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Framed Print : Three Hussars ride down the Champs Elysees Date: 1 March 1871
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Three Hussars ride down the Champs Elysees Date: 1 March 1871
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Media ID 20952077
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1871 Champs Elysees Franco Hussars Prussian Prussians Ride
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic image "Three Hussars ride down the Champs Elysees Date: 1 March 1871" from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning photograph captures the essence of history, showcasing three hussars boldly riding down the famous Champs Elysees boulevard in Paris during an unexpected military parade on 1 March 1871. Bring this captivating piece of history into your home or office, and add a touch of elegance and timeless charm to any decor. This framed print is meticulously crafted with museum-quality materials, ensuring a beautiful and long-lasting display. Order yours today and relive the grandeur of the past!
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Three Hussars Ride Down the Champs-Élysées: A Moment of Defiance in the Franco-Prussian War (1 March 1871) This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment during the Franco-Prussian War, as three hussars gallop down the iconic Champs-Élysées in Paris on 1 March 1871. The Prussian cavalrymen, their uniforms gleaming in the sunlight, charge past the Arc de Triomphe, their horses' hooves thundering on the cobblestones. The scene is a stark reminder of the military conflict that had engulfed the city just weeks before, as the Prussian forces, led by General von Moltke, marched on Paris to claim victory over the French army. The Champs-Élysées, a grand boulevard renowned for its beauty and elegance, had become a symbol of French resistance during the siege of Paris. The city's inhabitants, desperate to show their defiance against the invading Prussian forces, would line the streets and cheer as the French cavalry made their daring charges, attempting to disrupt the enemy's advance. This photograph, taken during one such charge, immortalizes the bravery and resilience of the French people during this tumultuous period in their history. The Franco-Prussian War, which lasted from 1870 to 1871, resulted in the unification of Germany under the leadership of Prussia and the establishment of the Third French Republic. The conflict had far-reaching consequences, leading to significant political, social, and cultural changes in both France and Germany. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination displayed by the soldiers and civilians involved in this historic conflict.
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