Chalons Sur Marne Collection

Imperial Head-quarters at the Camp at Chalons - from a drawing by M. Beaucé, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Imperial Head-quarters at the Camp at Chalons, [France] - from a drawing by M. Beauce, 1860. The first point of attraction to visitors to the Camp is that part known as the Quartier Imperial...It is

Cavalry quarters at the camp of Chalons - from a drawing by M. Beaucé, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Cavalry quarters at the camp of Chalons - from a drawing by M. Beauce, 1860. The encampment of a regiment of Hussars...presents much the appearance of a street inhabited by an equal number of human

Quarters for infantry at the camp of Chalons - from a drawing by M. Beaucé, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Quarters for infantry at the camp of Chalons, [France] - from a drawing by M. Beauce, 1860. It must not be supposed that the barracks here represented are for all the infantry

Interior of the Soldiers Theatre at Mourmelon-le-Grand, Chalons Camp... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Interior of the Soldiers Theatre at Mourmelon-le-Grand, Chalons Camp, [France] - from a drawing by M. Beauce, 1860. This theatre, built of wood, and in the most unpretending style

Le "Soldat Inconnu" Americain; la chapelle ardente ou le corps reposa d'abord a l'hotel... 1921
Le "Soldat Inconnu" Americain; la chapelle ardente ou le corps reposa d'abord a l'hotel de ville de Chalons-sur-Marne, 1921

Untitled [French officer], 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Untitled [French officer], 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Tents and Military Gear, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Tents and Military Gear, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Untitled [officers and dignitaries], 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Untitled [officers and dignitaries], 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Mass, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Mass, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Light-Infantry Soldiers, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Light-Infantry Soldiers, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Officers Seated at a Tent, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Officers Seated at a Tent, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Maneuvers, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Maneuvers, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Untitled (Zouaves), 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Untitled (Zouaves), 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Zouave Storyteller (Le recit), 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Zouave Storyteller (Le recit), 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Untitled [artillery], 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Untitled [artillery], 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Untitled [Drawing of Arab fete improvised by the Zouaves, by Benedict Masson], 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Untitled [Painting of The Campfires at Camp de Chalons by Benedict Masson], 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Untitled [manoeuvres], 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Untitled [manoeuvres], 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Untitled [soldiers on parade], 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Untitled [soldiers on parade], 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Untitled [cavalry], 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Untitled [cavalry], 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Untitled [visitors watching military manoeuvres], 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Untitled [visitors watching military manoeuvres], 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Untitled [officers], 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Untitled [officers], 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

The Raised Flag of the Zouave Regiment, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Preparation of the Emperors Table, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Preparation of the Emperors Table, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Chalons Encampment: Maneuvers on October 3 (Camp de Chalons: manoeuvres du 3 octobre), 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Prince Moskova at Chalons, 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Prince Moskova at Chalons, 1857. Albumen print

Artillery Encampment, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
Artillery Encampment, Camp de Chalons, 1857. Albumen print, from the album " Souvenirs du Camp de Chalons"

Fireplace: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Ecole Champenoise (b / w photo)
6018446 Fireplace: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Ecole Champenoise (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Musee De Cluny, Paris, Ecole Champenoise)

The Jew of the Rue des Billettes, Paris, desecrating the the Host by piercing it with his knife
6029329 The Jew of the Rue des Billettes, Paris, desecrating the the Host by piercing it with his knife, after a 14th Century stained glass window in the Church of Saint-Alpin, Chalons-sur-Marne

Chalons-sur-Marne, Eglise Notre-Dame, Ensemble E (colour photo)
2803827 Chalons-sur-Marne, Eglise Notre-Dame, Ensemble E (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chalons-sur-Marne, Eglise Notre-Dame)

Cour principale de l Ecole des arts et metiers de Chalons-sur-Marne (engraving)
3644574 Cour principale de l Ecole des arts et metiers de Chalons-sur-Marne (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

[Zouaves, Camp de Chalons], 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
[Zouaves, Camp de Chalons], 1857

[Cavalry Maneuvers, Camp de Chalons], 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
[Cavalry Maneuvers, Camp de Chalons], 1857

La Messe au Camp de Chalons, 1857. Creator: Gustave Le Gray
La Messe au Camp de Chalons, 1857

General Henri Gouraud, Chalons, Marne, northern France, c1914-c1918. French general Henri Joseph Euge ne Gouraud (1867-1946)

Projector, Chalons, northern France, c1914-c1918. Photograph from a series of glass plate stereoview images depicting scenes from World War I (1914-1918)

A stained glass window in the church of St Alpin, Chalons, France, 1849. Artist: F de Lasteyrie
A stained glass window in the church of St Alpin, Chalons, France, 1849. From Le Moyen Age et la Renaissance, by Paul Lacroix, Ferdinand Sere and A Rivaud, Volume I (Paris, 1849)

L Escarmouche 1893-94 Periodical lithographs
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Rue Lafuite Ambroise Vollard Gallery rue Lafitte
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Portrait of Pierre Louis Prieur (Prieur de la Marne) (oil on canvas) (see also 104595)
XIR370287 Portrait of Pierre Louis Prieur (Prieur de la Marne) (oil on canvas) (see also 104595) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825); 55.6 x 46.5 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts et d Archeologie, Besancon

The racecourse of Chalons-sur-Marne, France. engraving 1855

The racecourse of Chalons-sur-Marne, France. engraving 1855

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"Chalons sur Marne: A Glimpse into the Military Life of 1857" Step back in time to 1857 and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Chalons sur Marne, as captured by renowned photographer Gustave Le Gray. Through his lens, we are transported to a camp bustling with activity and filled with untold stories. In "Untitled [French officer], " Le Gray's photograph captures an enigmatic figure, exuding authority and mystery. The image leaves us wondering about the life this officer led during those tumultuous times. "Tents and Military Gear" reveals a meticulously organized campsite, showcasing the essential equipment that sustained these soldiers during their training at Camp de Chalons. Each item tells a tale of resilience and preparedness. Le Gray's "Untitled [officers and dignitaries]" transports us to a gathering of esteemed individuals, their expressions hinting at conversations held behind closed doors. What discussions took place? What decisions were made? The solemnity of "Mass" evokes a sense of spirituality amidst the chaos of military life. Soldiers find solace in moments like these, seeking strength from above as they navigate through uncertain times. In "Light-Infantry Soldiers, " we witness troops on parade - disciplined yet spirited. Their uniforms stand out against the backdrop, symbolizing unity amid diversity within this vast military encampment. Le Gray's lens then focuses on officers relaxing at their tents in "Officers Seated at a Tent. " Here we see camaraderie forged through shared experiences; laughter fills the air as they momentarily escape from duty's grasp. Witnessing maneuvers unfold before our eyes in "Maneuvers, " we gain insight into the precision required for successful military operations. These exercises honed skills that would later be put to use on battlefields far away. The striking image titled "Untitled (Zouaves)" introduces us to brave warriors, their distinctive uniforms and fierce gazes capturing our attention.