Third Coalition Collection (#2)

Russian Life-Guards Regiment under command of Count Ostermann-Tolstoy, 1813. From a private collection

Russian Life-Guards Regiment at the Battle of Kulm on 29 August 1813, ca 1813. Artist: Anonymous
Russian Life-Guards Regiment at the Battle of Kulm on 29 August 1813, ca 1813. From a private collection

General Blucher with the Cossacks in Bautzen, 1885. Artist: Willewalde, Gottfried (Bogdan Pavlovich) (1818-1903)
General Blucher with the Cossacks in Bautzen, 1885. Found in the collection of the Museum of Architecture and Art, Alupka

The Battle of Leipzig in October 1813, 1886. Artist: Willewalde, Gottfried (Bogdan Pavlovich) (1818-1903)
The Battle of Leipzig in October 1813, 1886. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum, Nizhny Tagil

The battle between the Russian-Austrian and French troops. Found in the Collection of State History Museum, Moscow

The Battle of the Nations of Leipzig on October 1813. Found in the Collection of State History Museum, Moscow

The Battle of Giesshuebel on 1813. Found in the Collection of State History Museum, Moscow

The Battle of Koenigswartha on May 19, 1813. Found in the Collection of State History Museum, Moscow

Alexander I as God Rodomysl, 1816-1834. Artist: Tolstoy, Fyodor Petrovich (1783-1873)
Alexander I as God Rodomysl, 1816-1834. Found in the collection of the Regional I. Kramskoi Art Museum, Voronezh

The Battle of the Nations. Artist: Rugendas, Johann Lorenz, the Younger (1775-1826)
The Battle of the Nations. Private Collection

After the Battle of the Nations: Prince Schwarzenberg bringing news of victory on October 18, 1813. Private Collection

A Sacred Moment after the Battle of the Nations on October 18, 1813. Artist: Anonymous
A Sacred Moment after the Battle of the Nations on October 18, 1813. Private Collection

Storming of the city of Leipzig by the Allied troops. Artist: Anonymous
Storming of the city of Leipzig by the Allied troops. Private Collection

An Episode from the Battle of Leipzig. Artist: Anonymous
An Episode from the Battle of Leipzig. Private Collection

The Battle of Leipzig. Artist: Anonymous
The Battle of Leipzig. Private Collection

Napoleon Pays Homage to the Courage of the Wounded. Artist: Debret, Jean-Baptiste (1768-1848)
Napoleon Pays Homage to the Courage of the Wounded. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Napoleons bivouac on the eve of Austerlitz, 1 December 1805. Artist: Lejeune, Louis-Francois, Baron (1775-1848)
Napoleons bivouac on the eve of Austerlitz, 1 December 1805. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Russian Hussar Raising his Sabre. Private Collection

Napoleon Bonaparte Receiving the Keys of Vienna at the Schonbrunn Palace, 13th November 1805. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

The Battle of Austerlitz, 2 December 1805 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF136360 The Battle of Austerlitz, 2 December 1805 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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The Third Coalition was a pivotal moment in European history, marked by significant battles and strategic meetings between powerful leaders. One of the most iconic events of this coalition was the Battle of Austerlitz on December 2, 1805. In Gerard's painting, we see the intensity and chaos that unfolded during this clash of forces. General Count Alexander Ostermann-Tolstoy played a crucial role at the Battle of Kulm on August 29, 1813. His leadership and tactical brilliance were captured in an artwork from that time by Carl Heinrich Rahl. However, General Vandamme's capture at the same battle on August 30th reminds us that victory can be fleeting and unpredictable. Napoleon Bonaparte himself recognized the significance of these battles. In "Soldiers, This Battle Must Be A Thunder Clap, " we witness his call to arms as he rallies his troops for yet another decisive engagement. But amidst all the bloodshed and conquests, there were also moments of reflection and respect. Napoleon paying homage to the courage of his vanquished foes during the Surrender of Ulm shows a glimpse into his character beyond just being a military genius. The chromolitho depiction captures vividly how intense and grandiose The Battle of Austerlitz truly was - with soldiers clashing against each other under darkened skies. Another notable event occurred during The Battle of Friedland when Russian Leib Guard charged valiantly against their enemies on June 14th, 1807. This fierce encounter is immortalized in an artwork from 1808 which showcases both bravery and sacrifice. In contrast to these violent scenes are peaceful meetings between key figures like Duke Wellington and Prince Blücher near La Belle Alliance in 1818 or Emperors Alexander I of Russia and Napoleon I at Neman River where they discussed peace terms after years-long conflicts.