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Campaign of Egypt in 1798 (engraving)
ELD4942165 Campaign of Egypt in 1798 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Campaign of Egypt: Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) during his speech to Cairo on 22 July 1798 (French campaign in Egypt and Syria: On 4 Thermidor (22 July), the notables of Cairo came to Giza to meet Bonaparte and offered to hand over the city to him, 1798) Engraving from "" Histoire de l'emperor Napoleon" by Laurent de l'ardeche 1840 Private collection); Photo © The Holbarn Archive
Media ID 38419280
© Photo © The Holbarn Archive / Bridgeman Images
Bonaparte Bonaparte (1769 1821) Bonaparte Family Emperor Napoleon I International Relations Napoleon 1st Napoleon Empereur Napoleon I Napoleon I (1769 1821) Napoleon I Of France Napoleon Ist Napoleon Ist Of France
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the Campaign of Egypt in 1798. The engraving depicts Napoleon Bonaparte delivering a speech to the people of Cairo on 22 July 1798, during the French campaign in Egypt and Syria.
In this scene, we see Bonaparte surrounded by attentive listeners as he addresses the notables of Cairo at Giza. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation and intrigue as the city's leaders offer to hand over control to him. This moment symbolizes the power dynamics at play during this tumultuous period.
The intricate details captured in this engraving bring to life the historical significance of Napoleon's conquests and ambitions in Egypt. The artist has skillfully depicted the expressions on faces, capturing both curiosity and apprehension among those present.
As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time to witness a crucial chapter in European-African relations. The fusion of cultures and ideologies represented here serves as a reminder of the complex interplay between nations and civilizations throughout history.
Overall, this print is not just a visual representation but also a window into an era marked by conquests, diplomacy, and cultural exchange. It invites us to reflect on how past events continue to shape our world today.
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