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Napoleon crosses the St Bernard pass into Italy : his cannon are carried on sledges
Napoleon crosses the St Bernard pass into Italy : his cannon are carried on sledges, dragged across the snow Date: 1796
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Media ID 20951791
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1796 Alps Bernard Cannon Carried Crosses Dragged Pass Revolutionary Sledges Wars
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our Napoleon's Italian Campaign greeting card from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image depicts Napoleon Bonaparte leading his troops across the treacherous St. Bernard Pass into Italy, with cannon meticulously carried on sledges through the snow. Add a touch of history and adventure to your correspondence with this exquisite, vintage-inspired card. Perfect for any history buff or armchair traveler. Inside, a blank space awaits your personal message.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Napoleon Bonaparte's Grand Campaign: Crossing the St. Bernard Pass into Italy (1796) This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the Italian Campaign of 1796, as the legendary French military leader, Napoleon Bonaparte, leads his troops across the treacherous St. Bernard Pass in the Alps. With the Swiss Alps as a backdrop, the print depicts Napoleon and his men, bundled against the cold, making their way through the snow, their determined expressions a testament to their unwavering resolve. The passage through the St. Bernard Pass was a crucial part of Napoleon's strategy to expand the French Republic's influence into Italy. The campaign, which began in April 1796, saw the French army successfully invade the Austrian Netherlands and defeat the Austrian forces in a series of decisive battles. The passage through the St. Bernard Pass, however, presented a significant challenge. The steep, winding mountain trail was impassable for horses and artillery, forcing the troops to carry their cannon on sledges and drag them across the snow. The arduous journey took several days, with the troops enduring freezing temperatures, harsh terrain, and the constant threat of avalanches. Despite the challenges, Napoleon's troops persevered, and the successful crossing of the St. Bernard Pass marked a turning point in the campaign. The French army went on to capture Milan and Genoa, securing a significant victory for the French Republic and cementing Napoleon's reputation as a military genius. This print is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and determination of Napoleon's troops during the Italian Campaign of 1796, and the pivotal role the St. Bernard Pass played in the expansion of the French Republic's influence in Europe.
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