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Prussians At Sedan
Prussian gunners with ammunition reserves outside the Chateau de Sedan, France, on the day of the capitulation of French Emperor Napoleon III and his forces during the Franco-Prussian War, 2nd September 1870. The previous days Battle of Sedan saw French losses of over 17, 000 men killed and wounded as welll as 21, 000 captured. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11794134
© 2009 Getty Images
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This print takes us back to a significant moment in history - the Prussians at Sedan during the Franco-Prussian War. The image showcases a group of German Prussian gunners standing proudly outside the majestic Chateau de Sedan in France on September 2nd, 1870. This was the very day when French Emperor Napoleon III and his forces surrendered, marking a turning point in the war. The Battle of Sedan, which preceded this surrender, had inflicted heavy losses upon the French army. Over 17,000 brave soldiers were killed or wounded, while an astonishing 21,000 were taken captive. In this sepia-toned photograph, we witness these victorious Prussian soldiers amidst their ammunition reserves near the castle walls. The scene is filled with intensity as cannonballs are neatly stacked nearby, symbolizing their power and dominance over their defeated adversaries. These men exude strength and determination as they stand united against a backdrop of historical significance. Preserved by Hulton Archive/Getty Images for generations to come, this remarkable snapshot offers us a glimpse into one of Europe's most defining conflicts. It serves as a reminder of both the horrors and triumphs that unfolded during times of war. As we gaze upon this powerful image from Fine Art Storehouse's collection, we are transported back to that fateful day when nations clashed and destinies changed forever.
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