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Peace of Tilsit
Napoleon and the Tsar of Russia meet on a raft on the Niemen river at Tilsit and make a provisional peace treaty
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Photo Mug (11 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, a unique and thoughtful gift that lets you carry your favorite historic moments with you every day. This exquisite mug showcases the iconic "Peace of Tilsit" image from Mary Evans Picture Library, featuring Napoleon Bonaparte and Tsar Alexander I of Russia meeting on a raft on the Niemen river in 1807 to make a provisional peace treaty. With a high-quality print that captures every detail, this mug is not just a drinkware, but a work of art. Perfect for history enthusiasts, this mug is microwave and dishwasher safe, ensuring convenience and durability. Bring history to life with the Media Storehouse Photo Mug.
A personalized photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the historic moment when Napoleon Bonaparte, the military and political mastermind of France, met with Tsar Alexander I of Russia on a raft moored in the Niemen River at Tilsit, East Prussia, in July 1807. The meeting took place during the Napoleonic Wars, a series of major conflicts that shaped Europe's political landscape in the early 19th century. The Peace of Tilsit, as the resulting accord came to be known, was a provisional treaty that brought an end to the war between France and Russia. The meeting between the two leaders was a significant turning point in the conflict, as it marked the beginning of a new alliance between France and Russia. The alliance would prove to be a formidable force, as it allowed Napoleon to expand his empire and consolidate his power in Europe. The photograph, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, provides a fascinating glimpse into this pivotal moment in history. The image shows Napoleon and Tsar Alexander I seated on the raft, their faces expressing a mix of determination and wariness as they engage in negotiations. The Niemen River, with its calm waters and peaceful surroundings, serves as a stark contrast to the tumultuous events that had unfolded on the battlefields of Europe just a few months prior. The Peace of Tilsit would ultimately prove to be a short-lived victory for Napoleon, as the alliance with Russia would eventually turn against him. But for a brief moment, as the two leaders sat on the raft in the Niemen River, the future of Europe hung in the balance. This photograph is a reminder of the complex and often unpredictable nature of history, and the profound impact that a single meeting between two powerful leaders can have on the course of events.
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