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Shootings in the Place Vendome, Paris, Paris Commune, 23 March 1871 (engraving)
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Shootings in the Place Vendome, Paris, Paris Commune, 23 March 1871 (engraving)
977905 Shootings in the Place Vendome, Paris, Paris Commune, 23 March 1871 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shootings in the Place Vendome, Paris, Paris Commune, 23 March 1871.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 25465690
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Franco Prussian War Paris Commune Place Vendome Rebellion Shot Uprising Vendome Column
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This powerful engraving captures a haunting moment in history - the Shootings in the Place Vendome, Paris, during the Paris Commune on 23 March 1871. The image depicts a scene of violence and chaos as soldiers open fire on rebels who had taken control of the iconic Vendome Column. Bodies lie strewn across the square, symbolizing the tragic loss of life during this tumultuous period. The Paris Commune was an uprising that occurred after France's defeat in the Franco-Prussian War. It was a rebellion against social inequality and political oppression, with citizens demanding greater rights and representation. However, it ultimately ended in bloodshed and suppression by government forces. In this engraving by French School from the 19th century, we witness both defiance and tragedy. The rebellious spirit is evident through their audacious act of taking over such a prominent monument. Yet, it is also clear that they paid a heavy price for their resistance. This historical print serves as a poignant reminder of past struggles for freedom and justice. It invites us to reflect on how far society has come since those turbulent times while acknowledging that there is still work to be done to ensure peace and equality prevail in our world today.
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