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Defenestration of Prague
THE DEFENESTRATION OF PRAGUE Bohemian protestants, angry when Catholics destroy two of their churches, throw royal officials from the palace windows
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1618 Angry Bohemian Catholics Churches Destroy Officials Prague Protestants Throw Windows Defenestration
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover history in a whole new light with Media Storehouse's captivating jigsaw puzzles. Our latest addition to the collection brings you the thrilling tale of the Defenestration of Prague, as depicted in this vivid image from Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the dramatic moment when Bohemian protestants, fueled by anger over the destruction of their churches, take action against royal officials, throwing them from the palace windows. Assemble this intricately detailed puzzle to relive this pivotal moment in history and ignite your passion for the past.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 28cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Defenestration of Prague: A Pivotal Moment in European History This evocative image captures the tumultuous events of the Defenestration of Prague, which took place on May 23, 1618, in the heart of Bohemia, then part of the Holy Roman Empire in Europe. The scene depicts an angry mob of Bohemian Protestants, their faces contorted with rage, as they hurl royal officials from the windows of the Hradčany Castle in Prague. The catalyst for this dramatic act of defiance was the destruction of two Protestant churches in Prague by Catholic authorities. The Protestant community, already feeling persecuted and marginalized, saw this as an intolerable affront to their religious freedoms. The officials, represented in the photograph by the three figures in the foreground, were thrown from the windows of the Old Town Hall and the Hradčany Castle. Although no one was killed in the fall, the incident marked the beginning of the Bohemian Revolt against the Habsburg rule. The Defenestration of Prague was a turning point in European history. It set the stage for the Thirty Years' War, a devastating conflict that would last from 1618 to 1648 and reshape the political landscape of Europe. The war pitted Catholic and Protestant forces against each other, with the Holy Roman Empire, Spain, France, and Sweden among the major players. This photograph, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of religious strife and political upheaval. It serves as a reminder of the complex and often tumultuous history of Europe and the profound impact that events in one corner of the continent can have on the rest of the world.
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