Photographic Print : Reichstag Fire
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Reichstag Fire
The Reichstag destroyed by fire
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Media ID 619495
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10070230
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the Reichstag Fire print from the Media Storehouse collection of historical photographic prints, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image captures the moment of devastation as the Reichstag building in Berlin, Germany, was engulfed in flames on February 27, 1933. Widely regarded as the pivotal event that marked the beginning of Adolf Hitler's dictatorship, this powerful photograph is a poignant reminder of a significant moment in world history. Add this evocative print to your collection and bring the past to life in your home or office. Order now from Media Storehouse and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of history.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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 photograph captures the aftermath of the Reichstag Fire, an pivotal moment in German history that took place on the night of February 27, 1933. The Reichstag building, the German parliament, is seen in ruins, its iconic dome reduced to a charred and smoky shell. The fire, which broke out just weeks before Adolf Hitler was due to assume the role of Chancellor, was used by the Nazi regime as a pretext to suspend civil liberties and consolidate power. The exact cause of the fire remains a subject of debate among historians, with some believing it was an arson attack orchestrated by the Nazis themselves. What is certain is that the event marked a turning point in the rise of the Nazi regime, paving the way for the darkest chapter in German history. The photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, offers a haunting reminder of the destructive power of political turmoil and the fragility of democratic institutions. The Reichstag Fire marked the beginning of the end for the Weimar Republic and the start of the Nazi era. The event was used by Hitler and the Nazi party to justify the suspension of civil liberties and the implementation of emergency measures, including the Enabling Act, which gave the government the power to pass laws without the approval of the Reichstag. The fire also led to the arrest of thousands of political opponents and the consolidation of Nazi control over the German state. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the dangers of political instability and the importance of protecting democratic institutions. It is a powerful reminder of the past, and a reminder of the need to remain vigilant in the face of political upheaval and the potential for the abuse of power.
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