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First Barricade / Commune
Construction of the first barricade. Date: 18 March 1871
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1871 Artillery Barricade Cannon Commune Defences Guarding Paving Stones
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This evocative image captures the construction of the first barricade during the Paris Commune of 1871. On March 18, 1871, the people of Paris, tired of the oppressive rule of the French Third Republic, rose up and established their own government, known as the Paris Commune. In the ensuing weeks, the Commune faced numerous challenges, including attacks from the French military. To defend their territory, the Communards built barricades using whatever materials they could find. In this photograph, we see a group of determined men and women working together to construct a barricade in the streets of Paris. They are using large paving stones, which have been gathered from the surrounding area, to build the base of the barricade. In the foreground, a child watches on, likely in awe of the adults' efforts. Behind them, a cannon and artillery pieces are visible, ready to be used in the defense of the barricade. The construction of this barricade was a pivotal moment in the Paris Commune. It symbolized the people's determination to fight for their rights and their refusal to be ruled by an oppressive government. Despite the challenges they faced, the Communards held out for over two months before being defeated by the French military. This image serves as a powerful reminder of the courage and resilience of the Parisian people during this tumultuous period in French history.
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