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CLEMENCEAU IN PATRIE
Clemenceau and general Picquart - the defender of Dreyfus, now minister for war - make an ascent in the military airship Patrie at Chalons military camp. Date: August 1907
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Airship Airships Ascent Chalons Clemenceau Defender Dreyfus Minister Patrie Picquart 1907
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step into history with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of Georges Clemenceau and General Picquart aboard the military airship Patrie. Dated back to August 1907, this captivating photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online captures a pivotal moment in French history. Clemenceau, a key figure in the Dreyfus Affair, is seen making an ascent with Picquart, the defender of Dreyfus and then minister for war. This Framed Print is a beautiful addition to any home or office, bringing a piece of the past into the present. Order yours today and relive the excitement of early aviation and the historical significance of this remarkable moment.
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 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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.
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In this evocative photograph, taken in August 1907, French statesman Georges Clemenceau and General Alfred Picquart, a key figure in the Dreyfus Affair, are seen making an ascent in the military airship Patrie at Chalons military camp. The Dreyfus Affair, a major political scandal that shook France in the late 19th century, centered around the wrongful conviction of Captain Alfred Dreyfus for treason. Picquart, who was the commander of the military school at Metz when the initial investigation into the alleged espionage took place, later came to believe in Dreyfus' innocence and played a crucial role in bringing the truth to light. Clemenceau, a prominent journalist and politician, also became a vocal advocate for Dreyfus' cause and played a pivotal role in securing his release in 1899. By 1907, both men had risen to high positions in the French government, with Picquart serving as Minister for War and Clemenceau as Under-Secretary of State for the Colonies. The photograph captures a moment of celebration and progress, as the two men, who had been instrumental in righting a grave injustice, take to the skies in the innovative technology of the military airship Patrie. The Patrie, which was built by the French military, was one of the first rigid airships and represented the cutting edge of military aviation technology at the time. The image of Clemenceau and Picquart ascending in the airship symbolizes the forward momentum of the French military and the nation as a whole, as it moved beyond the divisive Dreyfus Affair and looked to the future. The photograph is a testament to the resilience of the French political system and the ability of its leaders to learn from past mistakes and move forward, even in the face of great adversity. It is a powerful reminder of the enduring importance of truth, justice, and the pursuit of progress.
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