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Frederick the Great and the men from Greiffenberg, 1784, (1936). Creator: Unknown
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Frederick the Great and the men from Greiffenberg, 1784, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Frederick the Great and the men from Greiffenberg, 1784, (1936). Friedrich Der Grosse Und Die Greiffenberger, 1784. King Frederick the Great of Prussia (1712-1786) invested money in the reconstruction of the linen town of Greiffenberg (Angermunde, Germany), after it was destroyed by fire. A group of its grateful inhabitants visited him the following year to express their gratitude. From " Bilder Deutscher Geschichte", (Pictures of German History), No.12, cigarette card album. [Cigaretten-Bilderdienst, Altona-Bahrenfeld, Hamburg, Germany, 1936]
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Album Altona Bahrenfeld Bilder Deutscher Geschichte Carl Carl Rochling Carl Roechling Cigaretten Bi Cigaretten Bilderdienst Frederick Ii Frederick Ii King Of Prussia Frederick The Great Grateful Gratitude Hadank Hadank O H W Hadank Ohw Hadank Oskar Hermann Werner His Majesty Karl Karl Rochling King Frederick Ii King Of Prussia O H W O H W Hadank Ohw Hadank Oskar Hermann Werner Oskar Hermann Werner Hadank Prussia Prussian Rochling Rochling Carl Rochling Karl Roechling Roechling Carl Tables Thanking Visiting
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The print captures a significant moment in history, showcasing King Frederick the Great of Prussia and the men from Greiffenberg in 1784. After a devastating fire destroyed the linen town of Greiffenberg, King Frederick invested money in its reconstruction. The following year, a group of grateful inhabitants visited him to express their heartfelt gratitude. This image is part of the "Bilder Deutscher Geschichte" (Pictures of German History) cigarette card album, created by an unknown artist in 1936. The album provides glimpses into various historical events and figures that shaped Germany's past. In this particular scene, we see King Frederick seated on an ornate piece of furniture surrounded by his loyal subjects from Greiffenberg. Their expressions reflect deep appreciation and admiration for their monarch who helped rebuild their beloved town after such devastation. The colorized photograph adds vibrancy to this historic moment, allowing us to imagine the emotions felt during that encounter between king and citizens. It serves as a reminder not only of King Frederick's generosity but also highlights the resilience and unity displayed by the people of Greiffenberg. Overall, this image offers a glimpse into both personal gratitude and national history—a testament to how acts of kindness can leave lasting impressions on communities for generations to come.
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