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Bivouac in Smolensk on 13 November 1812, 1820s. Artist: Faber du Faur, Christian Wilhelm, von (1780-1857)
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Bivouac in Smolensk on 13 November 1812, 1820s. Artist: Faber du Faur, Christian Wilhelm, von (1780-1857)
Bivouac in Smolensk on 13 November 1812, 1820s. Found in the collection of the State Borodino War and History Museum, Moscow
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1812 Bivouac Christian Wilhelm Classicism Coalition Wars Faber Du Faur Kutuzov Mikhail Kutuzov Napol On Bonaparte Napoleon Napoleonic Wars Napoleons Invasion Of Russia Patriotic War Russian Army Russian Campaign Russian French War Smolensk Troop Troops Von 1780 1857
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Bivouac in Smolensk on 13 November 1812 - A Glimpse into the Brutal Realities of War
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. This photo print, captured by artist Faber du Faur in the 1820s, takes us back to a significant moment during the Napoleonic Wars. The image showcases a bivouac scene in Smolensk on that fateful day, where German and French troops found themselves entangled in a fierce conflict against Russian forces. The artwork, housed at the State Borodino War and History Museum in Moscow, transports us to an era marked by chaos and destruction. With meticulous detail, du Faur's lithograph portrays soldiers huddled together around campfires amidst the harsh winter landscape. Their weary faces bear witness to their arduous journey through treacherous terrains and bitter cold. This piece is not just about war; it also reflects elements of classicism with its finely executed watercolor technique. It serves as a reminder of Napoleon Bonaparte's ill-fated invasion of Russia – a campaign that ultimately led to his downfall. As we delve deeper into history through this image, we are reminded of key figures such as Mikhail Kutuzov, who commanded the Russian army during this patriotic war. This lithograph offers us an opportunity to reflect upon coalition wars and their profound impact on nations involved. Faber du Faur's masterpiece stands as both artistry and historical documentation—a testament to human resilience amidst adversity
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