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Acrylic Blox : RHINELAND OCCUPATION, 1923. A French general with cavalry patrol beside the statue
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RHINELAND OCCUPATION, 1923. A French general with cavalry patrol beside the statue
RHINELAND OCCUPATION, 1923.
A French general with cavalry patrol beside the statue of Alfred Krupp in the marketplace at Essen, Germany, on 11 January 1923, the first day of the Franco-Belgian occupation of the Ruhr Valley
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Media ID 13137045
1923 Alfred Belgian Cavalry Equestrian Essen January Krupp Occupation Patrol Square Statue Weimar Republic Troop
6"x4" (15x10cm) Acrylic Blox
Your photographic print is held in place by magnets and a micro thin sheet of metal covering the back of a 20mm piece of clear acrylic. Your print is held in place with magnets so can easily be replaced if needed.
Streamlined, one sided modern and attractive table top print
Estimated Product Size is 15.2cm x 10.2cm (6" x 4")
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 photograph captures a significant moment in history - the Rhineland Occupation of 1923. In the bustling city of Essen, Germany, on January 11th, a French general leads his cavalry patrol beside the imposing statue of Alfred Krupp in the marketplace. This marked the first day of the Franco-Belgian occupation of the Ruhr Valley. The image showcases a powerful equestrian scene as the French general confidently guides his troops through the streets. The horsemen exude an air of authority and determination, symbolizing their mission to enforce occupation and maintain control over this vital industrial region. Amidst them stands Alfred Krupp's statue, serving as a reminder of German industrial might during peacetime. Its presence juxtaposed with foreign troops highlights both national pride and vulnerability in post-World War I Germany. The photograph not only captures this historical event but also provides us with glimpses into daily life at that time. People can be seen going about their business on the square, seemingly unaffected by these foreign forces occupying their city. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Granger Art on Demand, we are transported back to early 20th-century Europe - witnessing a pivotal moment that shaped political dynamics within Weimar Republic and left an indelible mark on German-French relations for years to come.
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