Place Royale Damage

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Place Royale Damage

The entrance gates of the Place Royale, Paris, bear witness to the fierce street fighting - the gates thrown down, the stonework pitted with the marks of gunfire. Date: 23-26 July 1830

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1830 Bear Damage Fierce Gates Gun Fire Marks Pitted Revolution Royale Stone Work Thrown Witness

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of the violent events that transpired in Place Royale, Paris, during the July Revolution of 1830. The entrance gates to this historic square, once a symbol of grandeur and opulence, now bear witness to the fierce street fighting that took place between July 23 and 26. The gates have been thrown down, their once pristine stonework pitted with the marks of gunfire. The scene is a stark reminder of the intense and chaotic clashes that occurred during this pivotal moment in French history. The July Revolution marked the end of the Bourbon Restoration and the beginning of the July Monarchy, and the damage to Place Royale serves as a physical testament to the upheaval and transformation that took place during this period. The photograph invites us to reflect on the power of historical events to shape the built environment and the enduring impact they can have on the landscape of a city.

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