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France. Paris. July Revolution. 1830. The Duke of Orleans go
France. Paris. July Revolution.1830. Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orleans going from the Royal Palace to the town hall, July 31, 1830. Engraving
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1830 Abdication Ascension Constitutional Monarchy Orleans Philippe Revolution
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This engraving captures a pivotal moment in French history during the July Revolution of 1830. The Duke of Orleans, Louis-Philippe, is depicted leaving the Royal Palace in Paris on July 31, 1830, en route to the town hall. The revolution had begun as a protest against the unpopular King Charles X, and the Duke, who was a popular figure among the people, was seen as a potential alternative ruler. The July Revolution marked the end of the Bourbon monarchy and the beginning of the constitutional monarchy under Louis-Philippe. The Duke's ascension to the throne was a significant shift in French politics, moving away from the absolute monarchy and towards a more democratic form of government. The image of the Duke leaving the Royal Palace, surrounded by a crowd of supporters, symbolizes the people's desire for change and their belief in the Duke as a viable alternative to the unpopular king. The engraving also reflects the contemporary European political climate of the 19th century, where revolutions and uprisings were common as people sought greater representation and democracy. This print provides a glimpse into the past, offering a visual representation of a pivotal moment in French history. The July Revolution of 1830 was a turning point in European history, and this image serves as a reminder of the political upheaval and change that characterized the age.
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