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Frederick II in the village church at Elsnig... after the Battle of Torgau, 3 November 1760, (1936)
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Frederick II in the village church at Elsnig... after the Battle of Torgau, 3 November 1760, (1936)
Frederick II in the village church at Elsnig on the night after the Battle of Torgau, 3 November 1760, (1936). Friedrich II Am Abend Nach Der Schlacht Von Torgau In Der Dorfkirche Zu Elsnig, 3 November 1760. During the battle, a spent canister round hit King Frederick the Great of Prussia (1712-1786) in the chest and he withdrew to the village of Elsnig, (Germany). He spent the night sitting on the bottom step of the church altar waiting for news from the battlefield. From " Bilder Deutscher Geschichte", (Pictures of German History), No.12, cigarette card album. [Cigaretten-Bilderdienst, Altona-Bahrenfeld, Hamburg, Germany, 1936]
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Caption: "King Frederick the Great of Prussia finds solace in a village church after the Battle of Torgau, 3 November 1760". This poignant print captures King Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, seeking refuge and solace in a humble village church at Elsnig, Germany. The image depicts him on the night following the intense Battle of Torgau during the French and Indian War. During this historic battle, King Frederick was struck by a spent canister round that hit his chest. Injured but determined to stay connected with his troops and await news from the battlefield, he retreated to Elsnig. Here, he found respite sitting on the bottom step of the church altar illuminated only by candlelight. The photograph is part of an album titled "Bilder Deutscher Geschichte" (Pictures of German History), published in 1936 by Cigaretten-Bilderdienst. It showcases various significant moments throughout German history. The image beautifully portrays both vulnerability and resilience as it immortalizes one of Europe's most influential monarchs enduring physical pain while upholding his duty as king. Despite being hurt and weary from battle, King Frederick's presence within this sacred space symbolizes his unwavering faith and determination to lead his nation through challenging times. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder that even great leaders seek solace in places where they can find peace amidst turmoil.
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