Fighting, Hotel De Ville
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Fighting, Hotel De Ville
Fighting at close quarters in the place de l Hotel de Ville. Date: 28 July 1830
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1830 Close Quarters Revolution Ville
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative print captures the intensity and chaos of the July Revolution in France, specifically the fighting that took place on the Place de l'Hotel de Ville on July 28, 1830. The image shows soldiers and civilians engaged in hand-to-hand combat in the heart of Paris, with smoke rising from the buildings in the background and the sound of gunfire echoing through the streets. The July Revolution was a pivotal moment in French history, marking the end of the Bourbon Restoration and the beginning of the Second French Republic. King Louis-Philippe I came to power following the abdication of King Charles X, who had been seen as a reactionary monarch unwilling to address the social and economic issues of the time. The events of July 28, 1830, were sparked by a protest against the king's unpopular policies and the appointment of a reactionary prime minister. The demonstrations quickly turned violent, with the National Guard opening fire on the crowds, leading to widespread clashes and chaos in the streets. This print provides a vivid and dramatic depiction of the fighting that took place on the Place de l'Hotel de Ville, a central location in Paris and a symbol of the revolution. The close quarters combat and the intense emotions captured in the image serve as a reminder of the tumultuous history of France and the power of the people to bring about change.
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