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Napoleon at Invalides
The remains of Napoleon are brought from Saint Helena to France, where they are solemnly installed at Les Invalides, Paris, in a grand ceremony Date: 15 December 1840
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Brought Ceremony Helena Installed Invalides Napoleon Pari Solemnly
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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 16cm (9.3" x 6.3")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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In this historic photograph, taken on December 15, 1840, the remains of Napoleon Bonaparte are being solemnly installed at Les Invalides in Paris, France. The scene is one of grandeur and importance, as the remains of the legendary military and political leader are brought back to his homeland after more than two decades of exile on the island of Saint Helena in the South Atlantic. Napoleon, who rose to power during the French Revolution and ruled as Emperor of the French from 1804 to 1814, was defeated and exiled in 1815 following the Battle of Waterloo. He spent the rest of his life in exile, first on the island of Elba and then on Saint Helena, where he died in 1821. The decision to bring Napoleon's remains back to France was a controversial one, with some seeing it as a way to rehabilitate his image and others as a provocative act that could inflame tensions between France and other European powers. Despite the controversy, the French government went ahead with the plan, and the remains were transported back to France in a grand procession that included a fleet of ships and a large entourage of military and political dignitaries. Upon arrival in France, Napoleon's remains were taken to Les Invalides, a historic military complex and national monument in Paris. A grand ceremony was held to mark the occasion, with military honors and a state funeral attended by thousands of people. Napoleon's remains were interred in a tomb designed by the architect Louis-Victor Gagnet, which is still a popular tourist destination today. This photograph captures a significant moment in French history, as the country paid tribute to one of its most famous sons and reclaimed a symbol of national pride. The image is a testament to the enduring legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte and the profound impact he had on the world.
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