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Gambetta Assaulted
When the Paris crowd heckle - and a M. de Saint-Croix assaults - Gambetta at the Gare Saint-Lazare, the Garde Municipale have to be summoned to disperse them
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1874 Assaulted Assaults Croix Disperse Gambetta Garde Gare Lazare Municipale Summoned Unrest Heckle
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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 striking image captures a pivotal moment in French political history: the Gambetta Assault at the Gare Saint-Lazare in 1873. The photograph depicts a heated confrontation between the crowd and Leon Gambetta, a prominent French statesman and leader of the opposition, as he attempts to board a train. In the foreground, a man identified as M. de Saint-Croix, can be seen physically assaulting Gambetta, while the angry crowd heckles and jeers. The unrest began when Gambetta arrived at the train station to travel to Tours for a political rally. The crowd, which had gathered to protest his presence, grew increasingly agitated and violent. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, the situation escalated, leading to the summoning of the Garde Municipale to disperse the crowd and protect Gambetta. This event was significant as it highlighted the deep political divisions in France during this period, with tensions between the monarchist and republican factions reaching a boiling point. The assault on Gambetta was widely condemned, and it strengthened his position as a champion of the republican cause. The photograph offers a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in French history, capturing the raw emotions and intensity of the political unrest that characterized the late 19th century. It serves as a reminder of the complex and often tumultuous political landscape of the time, and the enduring importance of political leadership and resilience in the face of adversity.
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