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FRANCO-PRUSSIAN WAR, 1870. Fighting near Orleans in November and December 1870. Orleans Cathedral can be seen in the background. Wood engraving, c1871
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FRANCO-PRUSSIAN WAR, 1870. Fighting near Orleans in November and December 1870. Orleans Cathedral can be seen in the background. Wood engraving, c1871
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1870 Battle Bavarian Bayonet Cannon Cathedral Fighting Orleans Prussian Smoke Stabbing Troop
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This print takes us back to the intense and tumultuous period of the Franco-Prussian War in 1870. The image captures a scene of fierce fighting near Orleans, with the magnificent Orleans Cathedral standing tall in the background. The wood engraving, created around 1871, perfectly encapsulates the chaos and violence that engulfed France during this historic conflict. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness soldiers from both sides locked in combat. A Bavarian troop engages a French soldier with a bayonet while dense smoke fills the air from cannon fire. The tension is palpable as men fight for their countries amidst the backdrop of one of France's most iconic cathedrals. The artist skillfully portrays not only the physicality of battle but also its emotional toll on those involved. Each figure is meticulously detailed, capturing their determination and desperation as they clash on this blood-soaked battlefield. As we gaze upon this powerful image, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by countless individuals during times of war. It serves as a poignant reminder that history is shaped by these moments - where nations collide and lives are forever changed. This remarkable piece from The Granger Collection allows us to reflect on our shared human experience and reminds us never to forget those who fought bravely for causes greater than themselves.
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