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William Tell, Commencement of the Liberty of Switzerland
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William Tell, Commencement of the Liberty of Switzerland
William Tell, Commencement of the Liberty of Switzerland -- the famous scene in which Tell shoots an apple on his sons head.
circa 1307
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1307 Aiming Apple Arrow Brave Commencement Courage Courageous Crossbow Danger Dangerous Liberty Shoot Shooting Shoots 1300s 14th
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William Tell, Commencement of the Liberty of Switzerland: A Iconic 14th Century Scene of Courage and Defiance This evocative image captures the legendary moment in Swiss history when William Tell, a brave and courageous patriot, shoots an arrow through an apple balanced on his son's head. The scene, known as the 'Commencement of the Liberty of Switzerland,' is a powerful symbol of the Swiss people's unwavering determination to assert their freedom and resist oppression. Set against a backdrop of the rugged Swiss Alps, Tell and his son stand before an ominous gathering of Austrian soldiers. Tell, a skilled marksman, had been ordered by the Austrian ruler to shoot an apple from his son's head as a sign of loyalty. Refusing to comply, Tell instead aimed the crossbow at the apple atop his son's head, demonstrating his unwavering courage and commitment to his people. This dramatic moment, believed to have occurred around 1307 during the 1300s, is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the Swiss people. The story of William Tell has been passed down through generations and continues to inspire tales of bravery and defiance. The image of Tell aiming the arrow, with his son's life hanging in the balance, is a poignant reminder of the lengths people will go to protect their freedom and the liberties they hold dear.
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