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DUPONT DE L ETANG, Pierre-Antoine (1765-1840)
DUPONT DE L ETANG, Pierre-Antoine (1765-1840). French general. Louis XVII appointed him Secretary of War. Engraving. SPAIN. Madrid. National Library
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This engraving depicts Pierre-Antoine Du Pont de LETANG (1765-1840), a prominent French military figure who served under King Louis XVII. Du Pont de LETANG was born in Bordeaux, France, and rose through the ranks of the military to become a general. In 1814, during the reign of King Louis XVIII, Du Pont de LETANG was appointed as the Secretary of War, a position he held until 1815. The image captures Du Pont de LETANG in formal attire, wearing the uniform of a French general. He is depicted standing upright, with a stern expression on his face and his hands clasped behind his back. The engraving was produced in Spain, specifically in Madrid, and is part of the extensive collection of the National Library. Du Pont de LETANG's appointment as Secretary of War came at a critical time in French history. The Napoleonic Wars had left France in a state of turmoil, and the country was in need of strong leadership to restore order and stability. Du Pont de LETANG played a key role in reorganizing the French military and helping to defend the country against external threats. Despite his service to the French monarchy, Du Pont de LETANG's political allegiances were not always clear. He was known to be a conservative and a supporter of the Bourbon dynasty, but he also had ties to the liberal opposition. This ambiguity made him a controversial figure in French politics, and his legacy remains a subject of debate among historians. This engraving provides a valuable glimpse into the life of a complex and influential figure in French history. It serves as a reminder of the political and military upheavals that shaped Europe in the early 19th century and the important role that individuals like Du Pont de LETANG played in shaping the course of history.
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