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Napoleon arriving in Plymouth harbour on board HMS Bellerophon, 1815 (litho)
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Napoleon arriving in Plymouth harbour on board HMS Bellerophon, 1815 (litho)
7172607 Napoleon arriving in Plymouth harbour on board HMS Bellerophon, 1815 (litho) by Girardet, Jules (1856-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Napoleon arriving in Plymouth harbour on board HMS Bellerophon, 1815. Illustration from Im Wandel der Jahrtausende, by Albrecht Wirth (Union Deutsche Verlagsgesellschaft, Stuttgart, Berlin, Leipzig, c1910).); © Look and Learn
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Napoleon's Arrival - A Historic Moment Captured in Print
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. This lithograph, titled "Napoleon arriving in Plymouth harbour on board HMS Bellerophon, 1815" takes us back to a significant moment in history. The image depicts the arrival of Napoleon Bonaparte, the legendary French military leader and emperor, at Plymouth harbor after his defeat in the Napoleonic Wars. The scene is filled with curiosity as onlookers gather to witness this extraordinary event. The imposing figure of Napoleon stands tall on the deck of HMS Bellerophon, surrounded by British troops and armed forces who have defeated him. Despite his defeat and subsequent exile, there is an air of resilience about him. The composition beautifully captures the contrast between Napoleon's presence and the humble tugboat that accompanies HMS Bellerophon. It symbolizes both his fall from power and his determination to face whatever lies ahead. Intriguingly, amidst this male-dominated setting, a lone woman can be seen observing from afar. Her feminine grace adds a touch of mystery to the scene – perhaps she represents France herself or embodies hope for a better future. This lithograph not only commemorates an important historical event but also serves as a reminder of how one man's ambition shaped European history during this tumultuous period. As we gaze upon this print today, it allows us to reflect on the complexities of power dynamics and human resilience that continue to shape our world centuries later.
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