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Napoleonic / Russian Camp
The retreating French attacked as they try to cross the Berezina river; after the thaw, 36, 000 bodies were recovered
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1812 Attacked Bodies Campaign Napoleonic Recovered Retreat Retreating Thaw Wars Beresina Berezina
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Napoleonic/Russian Camp" photograph from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a stunning printed piece from Media Storehouse. This evocative image transports us back in time to the aftermath of the Battle of Berezina in 1812. Witness the intensity of the scene as the retreating French army is attacked while attempting to cross the icy river, their determined faces etched with the exhaustion and desperation of their situation. With over 36,000 bodies recovered from the thaw, this poignant moment in history comes alive through the lens of a master storyteller. Bring this piece of historical artistry into your home or office and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the past.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 23.1cm (14" x 9.1")
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.
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This evocative image captures the harsh realities of the Napoleonic Wars, specifically the disastrous Russian Campaign of 1812. The photograph depicts a Napoleonic camp during the retreat of the French army, as they attempt to cross the Berezina River. The thaw had set in, making the river ice unstable, and the Russian forces, taking advantage of the situation, launched a surprise attack on the retreating French. The campaign, which began in June 1812 with Napoleon's Grande Armée marching towards Moscow, ended in disaster for the French. The Russian army, under the command of Mikhail Kutuzov, employed scorched earth tactics, destroying supplies and infrastructure as the French advanced. The bitter winter and the relentless pursuit by the Russians took a heavy toll on the French army, and by November, the remaining troops were in a desperate state. As seen in the photograph, the soldiers huddle around fires, trying to keep warm in the freezing conditions. The tents and equipment are in disarray, and the exhausted soldiers look on as their comrades attempt to cross the Berezina River. The ice is treacherous, and many soldiers lost their lives as they tried to cross, with estimates suggesting that up to 36,000 French soldiers drowned or froze to death in the river during the retreat. The aftermath of the Battle of the Berezina was a scene of devastation. The bodies of the fallen soldiers were left to be recovered in the spring thaw, a grim reminder of the human cost of the war. This photograph is a poignant reminder of one of the most significant events in European history, and the sacrifices made by the soldiers on both sides of the conflict.
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