North German Confederation Collection

French allegory on the Franco-Prussian War or Franco-German War often referred to in France as the War of 1870
5304900 French allegory on the Franco-Prussian War or Franco-German War often referred to in France as the War of 1870, was a conflict between the Second French Empire of Napoleon III

Portrait of Bismarck as a youth, probably from 1836, 1890. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Bismarck as a youth, probably from 1836, 1890. Private Collection

Portrait of Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), 1860. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), 1860. Private Collection

The Proclamation of the German Empire in the Gallery of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles on 18 January 1871, France
18, 1900s, 19th-century, accurate, attraction, attractions, battles, building, buildings, castles, chateau versailles, cultural monument, cultural monuments, cultural site, cultural sites, digital

The Battle on the Evening of 30 August at Beaumont, France, in the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871, Historical
1900s, 19th-century, 2 people, 30, accurate, atmospheric, atmospheric light, battles, digital, digitally, europe's, evening, evening atmosphere, evening atmospheres, evening hour, evening mood

March of a requisition column through the village of Montlignon near Paris, France
1900s, 19th-century, 3 people, accurate, battles, concentration of troops, digital, digitally, europe's, exact, fight, franco-prussian war, genus, historic, historic illustration

March of the North German Landwehr through the commune of Pont-a-Mousson on 11 September, France
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Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), 1915. Creator: Corinth, Lovis (1858-1925)
Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), 1915. Private Collection

Menu at Prince von Bismarcks 79th Birthday Celebration on the 1st April 1894 (litho)
XPH308445 Menu at Prince von Bismarcks 79th Birthday Celebration on the 1st April 1894 (litho) by German School, (19th century); Staatsbibliothek, Berlin

Map of South Germany and Bavaria, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Map of South Germany and Bavaria, c1872. The territories colored green form part of the North German Confederation. Also showing Luxembourg, part of Prussia, the Palatinate of Bavaria, Hesse, Baden

Portrait of Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), 1884. Creator: Lenbach, Franz, von (1836-1904)
Portrait of Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), 1884. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Portrait of Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), 1871. Found in the Collection of Art History Museum, Vienne

Portrait of Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898). Private Collection

The public and private history of Count Bismarck, 1883. Artist: Choubrac, Leon (1847-1885)
The public and private history of Count Bismarck, 1883. From a private collection

Portrait of Chancellor Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898). Found in the Collection of Art History Museum, Vienne

Prince Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), 1875. Otto Eduard Leopold, Prince of Bismarck, Duke of Lauenburg, Count of Bismarck-Schonhausen, was a Prussian and German statesman of the 19th century

Prince Otto von Bismarck, 1884 (oil on paper)
XPH308447 Prince Otto von Bismarck, 1884 (oil on paper) by Lenbach, Franz Seraph von (1836-1904); 82.5x121 cm; Stadtische Galerie im Lenbachhaus, Munich

Otto von Bismarck in his Study (w / c on paper on board)
XPH308446 Otto von Bismarck in his Study (w/c on paper on board) by German School, (19th century); Bismarck-Muehle, Friedrichsruh

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"The North German Confederation: A Historical Journey through the Franco-Prussian War" Step back in time to witness pivotal moments of the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871, as we delve into the captivating story of the North German Confederation. In the grand Gallery of Mirrors at the Palace of Versailles on January 18, 1871, history was made with the Proclamation of the German Empire. This digitally restored reproduction takes us back to that momentous occasion when a united Germany emerged from conflict. The Battle on the Evening of August 30 in Beaumont, France remains etched in our collective memory. Through a restored reproduction from an original 19th-century artwork, we catch a glimpse of this fierce clash during one fateful night amidst war's chaos. Witnessing a requisition column march through Montlignon near Paris offers insight into life behind enemy lines during this tumultuous period. Though exact dates elude us, this digitally restored masterpiece transports us to those challenging times. On September 11, observe with awe as the North German Landwehr marches resolutely through Pont-a-Mousson in France. The significance and bravery displayed by these soldiers are immortalized in this stunning restoration. No discussion about this era is complete without mentioning Otto von Bismarck - an influential figure who shaped history itself. A portrait captured by Corinth in 1915 showcases his commanding presence and strategic brilliance that guided Germany towards unification. As we explore further into Bismarck's life and legacy, let's take a peek at Prince von Bismarck's lavish birthday celebration menu from April 1st, 1894 - offering glimpses into aristocratic indulgence during his reign. A map dating back to around c1872 reveals South Germany and Bavaria's geographical intricacies within this historical context – shedding light on territorial dynamics during these transformative years.