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Napoleons Grande Armee retreating from Russia across the Beresina, 26-28 November 1812
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Napoleons Grande Armee retreating from Russia across the Beresina, 26-28 November 1812
Napoleons Grande Armee retreating from Russia across the Beresina, 26-28 November 1812. 19th French popular hand-coloured woodcut
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1812 Bonparte Defeat Grande Hand Coloured Napoleon November Popular Retreating Woodcut Armee Beresina
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Caption: This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the retreat of Napoleon's Grande Armée from Russia across the treacherous Beresina River between 26th and 28th November 1812. This hand-coloured woodcut, created in the 19th century by French artists, beautifully depicts the dramatic scene of defeat and desperation. In this haunting image, we witness the once-mighty Grande Armée facing its darkest hour. The retreating soldiers can be seen battling against harsh winter conditions as they desperately navigate their way through icy waters and snow-covered landscapes. Their weary faces tell tales of exhaustion, hunger, and despair. Napoleon Bonaparte's ill-fated invasion of Russia had turned into a catastrophic failure. As his army retreated after suffering heavy losses during battles with Russian forces and enduring brutal weather conditions, it became clear that victory was slipping away from him. The Beresina River crossing proved to be one of the most challenging obstacles for Napoleon's troops during their retreat. Thousands perished due to freezing temperatures or drowning while attempting to cross this unforgiving waterway. This historic woodcut serves as a poignant reminder of both human resilience and the devastating consequences of overreaching ambition. It immortalizes a significant event that marked a turning point in Napoleonic history – an event that would ultimately lead to Napoleon's downfall and reshape European politics forever.
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