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Framed Print : Battle of Sedan / 1870
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Battle of Sedan / 1870
In the decisive battle of the war, French forces led by Marshal de McMahon are driven back by General de Moltkes army. The French are forced to surrender
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Media ID 620966
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Decisive Driven Forced Forces Franco Marshal Mcmahon Prussian Sedan Surrender
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the "Battle of Sedan / 1870" Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating framed print showcases a pivotal moment in history, as French forces led by Marshal de Mac-Mahon face defeat at the hands of General de Moltke's army. Witness the decisive battle of the Franco-Prussian War, where the French were forced to surrender. Add this historic masterpiece to your home or office for an educational and visually striking addition to your space. Experience the rich details and vibrant colors brought to life in this beautifully crafted framed print.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative print captures the decisive moment of the Battle of Sedan during the Franco-Prussian War in September 1870. In the foreground, General de Wimpffen, commander of the French Second Army, is seen conferring with Marshal de Mac-Mahon, who led the French forces during the engagement. Behind them, the remnants of the French army are in disarray, with soldiers attempting to retreat or surrender in the face of the relentless Prussian advance. The Battle of Sedan was a turning point in the Franco-Prussian War, which began in July 1870 when Prussian forces invaded France. The French army, led by General de Mac-Mahon, initially held their ground against the Prussians, but were eventually driven back by the superior tactics and firepower of General Helmuth von Moltke's army. On September 1, 1870, the French forces were decisively defeated, and the Prussians captured both Mac-Mahon and Emperor Napoleon III. The defeat at Sedan marked the end of the Second French Empire and the beginning of the Third Republic. The events of the Franco-Prussian War had far-reaching consequences, leading to the unification of Germany and the strengthening of the German Empire under Prussian rule. This historical print offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in European history, when the balance of power on the continent was forever changed.
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