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French soldiers robbing and plundering in the Palatinate, 1793 (colour litho)
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French soldiers robbing and plundering in the Palatinate, 1793 (colour litho)
3621021 French soldiers robbing and plundering in the Palatinate, 1793 (colour litho) by Rochling, Carl (1855-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: French soldiers robbing and plundering in the Palatinate, 1793. Illustration from Die Konigin Luise (Paul Kittel, Berlin, 1896).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22448136
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Booty French Revolutionary Wars Hitch Invaders Invasion Looted Looters Looting Louise Of Mecklenburg Strelitz Luise Von Mecklenburg Strelitz Palatinate Pillage Pillaging Plundered Plundering Robbing Wagon Wagonette Wagons Coupling
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This vibrant lithograph captures a chaotic scene during the French Revolutionary Wars in 1793. Titled "French soldiers robbing and plundering in the Palatinate" it depicts a group of French soldiers looting and pillaging a village in Germany's Palatinate region. The artist, Carl Rochling, skillfully portrays the intensity of the moment through his use of color and detail. The image showcases the destructive nature of war as French troops ransack homes, load stolen goods onto wagons, and set buildings ablaze. The chaos is palpable as villagers scramble to salvage their belongings while others flee for safety. This illustration was originally featured in "Die Konigin Luise" (Paul Kittel, Berlin, 1896), providing historical context to this violent episode. The presence of Louise von Mecklenburg-Strelitz, Queen consort of Prussia at that time, adds another layer to this depiction. Her connection to Germany amplifies the sense of invasion felt by locals witnessing their homeland being ravaged by foreign forces. This artwork serves as a reminder of the devastating impact war has on innocent civilians caught in its crossfire. It also highlights how art can capture significant historical moments with vividness and emotion.
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