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Louis-Philippe / Croydon
LOUIS-PHILIPPE Arrival at Croydon station in 1848 Date: 1773 - 1850
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1773 1848 1850 Arrival Croydon Decrepit Philippe Dependant
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This photograph print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a significant moment in history: the arrival of Louis-Philippe, King of the French, at Croydon station in 1848. The image, estimated to date between 1773 and 1850, captures the aging monarch as he disembarks from the train, surrounded by a throng of onlookers. Louis-Philippe, born in 1773, had reigned as King of the French since 1830, but by 1848, his once robust frame had become doddering and dependent on others for support. The French Revolution of 1848 had forced him into exile, and this photograph marks his arrival in England, where he would spend the remainder of his days. The historical significance of this photograph is twofold. First, it provides a visual record of a pivotal moment in European history, as the once powerful monarch was forced to flee his own country. Second, it offers a glimpse into the early days of railway travel, with Louis-Philippe's arrival at Croydon station representing one of the first recorded instances of a head of state using the new technology to travel. Despite his decrepit appearance, Louis-Philippe remains an intriguing figure in history, and this photograph offers a poignant reminder of the human side of royalty. The image also serves as a testament to the power of photography to capture history in the making.
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