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Adolphe Thiers, French statesman and historian
Adolphe Thiers (1797-1877), French statesman and historian, President of France and President of the Third Republic. Date: 1868
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1868 Adolphe Historian Thiers Waistcoat 1860s
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Adolphe Thiers: A Pivotal Figure in French History This photograph captures Adolphe Thiers (1817-1877), a renowned French statesman and historian, in the prime of his life during the late 1860s. Thiers is depicted in formal attire, with a crisp waistcoat, standing confidently with one hand on his hip. The setting is a studio, reflecting the formal and posed nature of the portrait. Born in 1817, Thiers rose to prominence during the Second French Empire under Napoleon III. He served as the President of the Council of Ministers from 1868 to 1870, and later became the President of the Third French Republic from 1871 to 1873. Thiers was a key figure in French politics during a tumultuous period, leading the country through the Franco-Prussian War and the Paris Commune. As a historian, Thiers is best known for his 15-volume history of the French Revolution, "History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1799," which remains a seminal work in the study of the French Revolution. Thiers' political and historical contributions were instrumental in shaping the course of French history. This photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a man who played a pivotal role in French politics and historiography during the 19th century. The image conveys Thiers' authority and intelligence, making it a valuable addition to any collection of French history or political memorabilia.
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