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FRANCO-PRUSSIAN WAR, 1870. A meeting between Emperor Napoleon III of France and Prince Otto von Bismarck at Donchery, near Sedan, shortly after the Emperors capture on 1 September 1870 by Prussian forces. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper
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FRANCO-PRUSSIAN WAR, 1870. A meeting between Emperor Napoleon III of France and Prince Otto von Bismarck at Donchery, near Sedan, shortly after the Emperors capture on 1 September 1870 by Prussian forces. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper
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1870 Bonaparte Chancellor Emperor Empire Farm House Graf Iron Chancellor Louis Meeting Napoleon Iii Otto Prince Prussia Prussian Rural Sedan Donchery Troop
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This print captures a significant moment in history during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870. The image showcases a meeting between Emperor Napoleon III of France and Prince Otto von Bismarck at Donchery, near Sedan, shortly after the emperor's capture on September 1st by Prussian forces. The wood engraving, sourced from a contemporary English newspaper, beautifully depicts the grandeur of this encounter. Against the backdrop of a charming rural farm house, both leaders stand tall and resolute. Emperor Napoleon III appears regal yet somber as he converses with Prince Otto von Bismarck, who exudes an air of authority and confidence. This historic meeting holds immense significance as it symbolizes the turning point in the war that ultimately led to France's defeat and subsequent establishment of German unification under Prussia's leadership. The building tension between these two powerful nations is palpable in this image; it represents not only their clash for dominance but also their respective ambitions for empire-building. Through this photograph, we are transported back to an era defined by political intrigue and military might. It serves as a reminder of how pivotal moments like these shape our world today. The Granger Collection has once again curated an extraordinary piece that allows us to delve into history and appreciate its profound impact on our present reality.
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