Nationales Collection

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Battle of Buzenval (Mount Valerien
543093 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Battle of Buzenval (Mount Valerien) near Versailles 19 Jan 1871. Garde National marching to the battle and defeat

Fashionable woman in the Luxembourg Gardens, 1838. Woman in fur-trim cape, fur muff, fur-trim skirt. Large bonnet with ribbons. Jardin du Luxembourg. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Tomb of a knight who had participated in a crusade, with crucifix and cupid. Copied from Aubin-Louis Milins Antiquites Nationales, 1791

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: A wounded soldier being nursed and nourished
543081 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: A wounded soldier being nursed and nourished. From a series of lithographs by Clement August Andrieux on the Gardes Nationales

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871. Siege of Paris 19 Sept 1870-28 Jan 1871
543096 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871. Siege of Paris 19 Sept 1870-28 Jan 1871. A national soup kitchen in Paris, January 1871

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Driving away a flock of sheep to deny them falling into
543088 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Driving away a flock of sheep to deny them falling into the hands of the Prussians. From a series of lithographs by Clement August Andrieux on the Gardes

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: French riflemen. From a series of lithographs by Clement
543090 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: French riflemen. From a series of lithographs by Clement August Andrieux on the Gardes Nationales

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: French riflemen. From a series of lithographs by Clement August Andrieux on the Gardes Nationales

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Driving away a flock of sheep to deny them falling into the hands of the Prussians. From a series of lithographs by Clement August Andrieux on the Gardes Nationales

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Battle of Buzenval (Mount Valerien) near Versailles 19 Jan 1871. Garde National marching to the battle and defeat

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: A wounded soldier being nursed and nourished. From a series of lithographs by Clement August Andrieux on the Gardes Nationales

Reluctant Guards
Gardes Nationales who refuse to join the Communards are deprived of their weapons

Gardes Nationales prepare to fire on the people in the rue de Rivoli

Theatre Barracks
The Theatre du Cercle des Mirlitons is occupied by the Gardes Nationales who use it as a barracks

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"Nationales: A Glimpse into the Franco-Prussian War and Beyond" Step back in time to the tumultuous era of the Franco-Prussian War, a conflict that shaped nations and lives. From the Battle of Buzenval on Mount Valerien to the Siege of Paris, these captivating images reveal both the horrors and resilience of those caught in its grip. In 1870, amidst this war-torn landscape, a fashionable woman finds solace in the serene Luxembourg Gardens. Her elegant attire juxtaposes with the chaos unfolding around her, reminding us that life continues even during times of strife. As we explore further, we stumble upon a solemn tomb - an eternal resting place for a knight who once embarked on a crusade. It serves as a poignant reminder that conflicts have plagued humanity throughout history. Amidst battlefields and bloodshed, compassion emerges. Witness how wounded soldiers are tenderly nursed back to health by dedicated caregivers. These acts of kindness provide hope amid despair and remind us of our shared humanity. The Siege of Paris looms large in our journey through "nationales. " We witness French riflemen defending their city against Prussian forces while desperate measures are taken to protect valuable resources like sheep from falling into enemy hands. Yet amidst destruction, there is also camaraderie among soldiers fighting side by side. The arrival of reinforcements brings renewed determination as they stand united against adversity. These glimpses into "nationales" transport us beyond mere historical records; they evoke emotions and provoke contemplation about human nature during times when nations clash. Let us learn from these moments captured in lithographs by Clement - let them serve as reminders that even amidst turmoil, unity can prevail.