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Dreyfus on Devils Isle
ALFRED DREYFUS French army officer and victim of injustice as a prisoner on Devils Island
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1896 Colony Despair Dreyfus Exiled Isle Penal
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
"Bring history to life with our stunning Dreyfus on Devils Isle poster print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts Alfred Dreyfus, the wrongfully accused French army officer, during his imprisonment on Devils Island. A powerful symbol of injustice and perseverance, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. With its high-quality print and vibrant colors, this poster is sure to make a statement in any room. Order yours today and relive the past in stunning detail."
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This haunting image captures the desolate figure of Alfred Dreyfus, a French army officer wrongfully convicted of treason and exiled to the infamous Devil's Island in the French Guiana colony in 1896. The coastal landscape of the island, with its jagged cliffs and turbulent waters, mirrors the turmoil and despair that consumed Dreyfus during his years of unjust imprisonment. The historical significance of this photograph lies in the events that led to Dreyfus's conviction and subsequent exile. A Jewish officer in the French army, Dreyfus was falsely accused of passing military secrets to the Germans. Despite mounting evidence of his innocence, he was found guilty in a highly politicized and anti-Semitic trial. Dreyfus was sentenced to life in prison on Devil's Island, a penal colony located in the South Atlantic Ocean off the coast of South America. Conditions on the island were brutal, with inmates subjected to harsh labor, inadequate food, and little hope for release. Despite the odds against him, Dreyfus never gave up hope. He continued to maintain his innocence and, with the help of his supporters, was eventually exonerated in 1906. His case became a cause célèbre, leading to a reexamination of the French justice system and the eventual dismantling of the penal colony on Devil's Island. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the injustices that can occur when prejudice and political machinations interfere with the pursuit of truth and justice. The image of Dreyfus, alone and forlorn on the desolate coast of Devil's Island, continues to resonate with us today as a symbol of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity.
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