Augereau (Lefevre)
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Augereau (Lefevre)
PIERRE FRANCOIS CHARLES AUGEREAU, Duc de Castiglione French soldier and statesman in state dress Date: 1757 - 1816
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1757 1816 Castiglione Francois Lefevre Pierre Augereau
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This striking image captures Pierre Francois Charles Augereau, Duc de Castiglione (1757-1816), a renowned French soldier and statesman, in his formal attire. Augereau's military career began in 1775 when he joined the Royal Dragoons, and he quickly rose through the ranks, distinguishing himself in various battles during the French Revolutionary Wars. In 1796, he served under Napoleon Bonaparte and played a crucial role in the Italian campaigns, earning the nickname "The Hammer of the Italians." After the fall of the First French Republic, Augereau remained loyal to Napoleon and was appointed as a Marshal of the Empire in 1804. He continued to serve the emperor until 1814, when Napoleon abdicated following the defeat at Waterloo. Augereau then switched allegiances and served the Bourbon monarchy until his death in 1816. This portrait showcases Augereau's refined elegance and military prowess. The Duc de Castiglione wears the uniform of a marshal of the Empire, complete with the distinctive tricorn hat, sash, and stars on his chest. The rich fabric and intricate detailing of the costume underscore his status as a high-ranking military officer and statesman. Augereau's life and career are a testament to the tumultuous political and military landscape of late 18th and early 19th century Europe. His loyalty to various rulers and his military accomplishments make him a significant figure in French and European history.
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