Photographic Print : Socialists attacking the Fire-Station, Belleville; Franco-Pr
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Socialists attacking the Fire-Station, Belleville; Franco-Pr
Illustration showing some Red Republican Conspirators attacking the Firemans Station at Belleville, Paris. Socialist agitators were already a force in Paris and tried to proclaim a new republic, Commune, in October 1870. The Commune actually took charge in Paris between 26th March and 21st May 1871, after the end of Franco-Prussian War, but were then brutally suppressed by the National Guard
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1871 21st 26th Agitators Attacking Belleville Brutally Charge Commune Franco Guard Proclaim Prussian Republican Socialist Socialists Suppressed Firemans
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Socialists attacking the Fire-Station, Belleville" photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Rights Managed prints. This powerful image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back to the tumultuous events of the Franco-Prussian War. Witness the intensity of the moment as Red Republican conspirators launch an attack on the Fire-Station at Belleville, Paris. The photograph offers a glimpse into the rising socialist forces that were already making their presence felt in the city, attempting to declare a new republic. This striking image is not just a historical document, but a testament to the passion and determination that shaped the course of history. Add this evocative print to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.9cm (11" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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 illustration depicts a pivotal moment in the history of the Paris Commune of 1871, when socialist agitators attempted to take control of the Fire-Station at Belleville during the chaotic aftermath of the Franco-Prussian War. The events of October 1870, shown here, preceded the establishment of the Commune, which officially took power in Paris between March 26th and May 21st, 1871. The socialists, seeking to proclaim a new republic, charged the Fire-Station in an attempt to seize control of the area and disrupt the efforts of the National Guard to maintain order. The Franco-Prussian War had ended on January 28th, 1871, leaving Paris in a state of political and social upheaval. The National Guard, primarily made up of working-class citizens, found themselves in a power struggle with the monarchy and the bourgeoisie. The socialists, seeing an opportunity to seize control, began organizing and mobilizing their forces. This image, from the Illustrated London News, provides a glimpse into the violent clashes that occurred during this period. The socialists, armed and determined, are shown attacking the Fire-Station, while the National Guard, represented by the firemen, defend their position. The Commune, which would eventually be suppressed by the National Guard and the French army, was a significant turning point in French history and marked the end of the Second French Empire. This historical illustration, with its dramatic composition and vivid detail, offers a powerful visual representation of the turbulent times that marked the end of the Franco-Prussian War and the beginning of the Paris Commune.
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