Lazare Carnot Collection

Lazare Carnot
3078246 Lazare Carnot; (add.info.: Portrait Lazare Carnot (1753-1823) a French politician, engineer, freemason and mathematician. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Directory, French Revolution, 1795-1799 (colour litho)
5207755 The Directory, French Revolution, 1795-1799 (colour litho) by Girard, Joseph (fl.1930-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Directory, French Revolution, 1795-1799)

Lazare Carnot visiting the workshop of Jacquard in Lyon, 1801 (colour litho)
2819127 Lazare Carnot visiting the workshop of Jacquard in Lyon, 1801 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lazare Carnot, French mathematician, physicist and politician of the French Revolution (engraving)
6029835 Lazare Carnot, French mathematician, physicist and politician of the French Revolution (engraving) by English School

Lazare Carnot, 1753-1823 (colour litho)
2790239 Lazare Carnot, 1753-1823 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lazare Carnot, 1753-1823)

The ten greatest Frenchmen as voted for in a poll run by Le Petit Parisien newspaper (colour litho)
3620828 The ten greatest Frenchmen as voted for in a poll run by Le Petit Parisien newspaper (colour litho) by Carrey, (fl.1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lazare Carnot in the Revolutionary Wars (chromolitho)
667224 Lazare Carnot in the Revolutionary Wars (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lazare Carnot in the Revolutionary Wars)

Decree of the Executive Directorate, 2 March 1796, (1921). Creator: Unknown
Decree of the Executive Directorate, 2 March 1796, (1921). Arrete du Directoire Executif, 12 Ventose an IV. Nomination de Bonaparte au commandement en chef de l armee d Italie

Lazare-Nicolas-Marguerite Carnot, c1800-1823, (1896). Artist: R. G. Tietze
Lazare-Nicolas-Marguerite Carnot, c1800-1823, (1896). War Minister of France 1793-95, popularly called The Organizer of Victory

Count Lazare Nicolas Marguerite Carnot (1753-1823), 1889. Private Collection

Portrait of Lazare Nicolas Marguerite, Comte Carnot (1753-1823). Artist: Boilly, Louis-Leopold (1761-1845)
Portrait of Lazare Nicolas Marguerite, Comte Carnot (1753-1823). Private Collection

Lazare Carnot, French politician, engineer, and mathematician, 1898. Artist: Gilbert
Lazare Carnot, French politician, engineer, and mathematician, 1898. A print from Les Francais Illustres, by Gustave Demoulin, Hachette, Paris, 1898

Joseph Marie Jacquard, showing his loom to Lazare Carnot, Lyon, France, 1801 (1901). French silk-weaver and inventor Jacquard (1752-1834)

Lazare Nicolas Marguerite Carnot, French revolutionary. A member of the National Convention, Carnot (1753-1823) was the organiser of victory in Frances revolutionary wars

The Baleen Rockpool in Cape Carnot, Eyre Peninsula, South Australia
Cape Carnot (Cap Carnot) is a headland located on the west side of the southern tip of Eyre Peninsula in South Australia about 30 kilometres (19 mi) south west of the city of Port Lincoln

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Lazare Carnot: The Revolutionary Mathematician and Politician Step back in time to the era of the French Revolution, where Lazare Carnot emerged as a prominent figure. Born in 1753, this remarkable man left an indelible mark on history through his contributions as a mathematician, physicist, engineer, and politician. As one of the key figures during the Directory period (1795-1799), Carnot played a crucial role in shaping France's destiny. His unwavering dedication to revolutionary ideals led him to be known as one of the ten greatest Frenchmen according to Le Petit Parisien newspaper. Carnot's brilliance extended beyond politics; he was also renowned for his scientific achievements. In 1801, he visited Joseph Marie Jacquard's workshop in Lyon, witnessing firsthand the groundbreaking loom that would revolutionize textile production. This encounter showcased Carnot's insatiable curiosity and passion for innovation. Throughout his life, Lazare Carnot remained committed to serving his country both intellectually and militarily. He actively participated in the Revolutionary Wars and contributed significantly to military strategy with his keen analytical mind. Despite facing political challenges during turbulent times, Carnot persevered with integrity and resilience. His influence can still be felt today through various decrees issued by the Executive Directorate in March 1796. Count Lazare Nicolas Marguerite Carnot passed away in 1823 but left behind an enduring legacy that continues to inspire generations. Artists such as R. G Tietze beautifully captured his essence through their lithographs and engravings. In retrospect, Lazare Carnot stands tall among history's great minds—a multifaceted individual who seamlessly blended mathematics with politics while embracing technological advancements like Jacquard's loom. His story serves as a reminder of how one person can shape an entire era through intellect, determination, and unwavering commitment to progress.