Photographic Print : Napoleon and Tsar Alex
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Napoleon and Tsar Alex
Ten days after his victory at Friedland, in Poland, Napoleon meets tsar Alexander on a raft in the Niemen, and the Russian has no option but to accept the Frenchmans terms
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1807 Accept Alex Alexander Days Meets Napoleon Napoleonic Niemen Option Poland Raft Terms Tsar Victory Wars Frenchmans Friedland
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience history come to life with the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring "Napoleon and Tsar Alexander" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This iconic image captures a pivotal moment in history, ten days after Napoleon's victory at Friedland in Poland, as the French leader meets Tsar Alexander on a raft in the Niemen River. With no other option, the Russian monarch is forced to accept Napoleon's terms. Bring this significant historical moment into your home or office as a beautiful and engaging conversation starter. Our high-quality photographic prints are perfect for framing and make a thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts. Order yours today and let the story unfold before your eyes.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 25.5cm (14" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in European history: the meeting between Napoleon Bonaparte and Tsar Alexander I of Russia, ten days after the Battle of Friedland in Poland, June 1807. The French victory at Friedland marked a turning point in the Napoleonic Wars, and this encounter on a raft in the Niemen River was a significant step towards the eventual alliance between France and Russia. The defeated Tsar, with resignation in his eyes, is shown here accepting the terms offered by the triumphant Napoleon. The French leader, standing confidently on the raft, holds out the olive branch of peace, while Alexander looks on with a mixture of resignation and determination. The Niemen River, with its tranquil waters reflecting the sky, serves as a serene backdrop to this historic event. The Battle of Friedland, fought on June 14, 1807, was a decisive victory for Napoleon, who inflicted a heavy defeat on the Russian and Prussian forces. The battle took place near the town of Heilsberg in East Prussia, and it marked the end of the War of the Fourth Coalition against France. The meeting on the raft, which took place on June 24, 1807, was a significant diplomatic victory for Napoleon, as it paved the way for the Treaty of Tilsit, which ended the war and established a temporary peace between France and Russia. This photograph, from the Mary Evans Picture Library, is a powerful reminder of the complex political dynamics of the Napoleonic Wars and the role that diplomacy played in shaping Europe's history. The image captures the tension and drama of this historic moment, as two great leaders come together to negotiate the terms of peace in the aftermath of a major military conflict.
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