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Photographic Print : General Ducrots Forces crossing the Marne; Franco-Prussian
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General Ducrots Forces crossing the Marne; Franco-Prussian
Illustration showing French troops, under the command of General Ducrot, crossing the Marne River to launch a counter attack against the Prussians, 29th November 1870. This action, known as La Grande Sortie, was an attempt to break the 10 week old siege of Paris. It was not successful and the siege lasted for 4 months, before French capitulation
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1871 29th Action Attack Attempt Break Capitulation Command Counter Crossing Forces Franco Grande Lasted Marne Months Prussian Prussians Siege Sortie Successful Week Ducrot
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our stunning historical photographic print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts General Ducrot's forces bravely crossing the Marne River during the Franco-Prussian War on November 29, 1870. Witness the courage and determination of the French troops as they launch a counter attack against the Prussians. Add this impressive print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office. Rights Managed.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 23.4cm (14" x 9.2")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This illustration depicts a pivotal moment in the Franco-Prussian War, as General Ducrot's forces make their daring attempt to break the 10-week-old siege of Paris by crossing the Marne River on the 29th of November, 1870. Known as La Grande Sortie, this counter-attack was an important attempt to turn the tide of the war and lift the siege that had been encircling the city since September. However, the attack was ultimately unsuccessful, and the siege lasted for another four months before the French forces were forced to surrender on the 28th of January, 1871. The scene shows the French troops, led by General Ducrot, wading through the Marne River, determined to launch an attack against the Prussian forces on the opposite bank. The importance of this action lies in the fact that it was one of the last major attempts by the French to regain control of the war, and despite the failure, it remains an important chapter in French military history. The illustration, from the 7th volume of Illustrated London News, published in 1871, captures the intensity and bravery of the soldiers as they make their way across the river, with the backdrop of the setting sun, adding a sense of urgency and drama to the scene. The failure of La Grande Sortie marked the end of the Franco-Prussian War, leading to the eventual unification of Germany and the French defeat, an event that had significant political and social consequences for Europe as a whole.
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