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Hungry Parisians begging for food from German soldiers camped on the market square of St Denis after the end of the Siege of Paris, Franco-Prussian War, 1871 (engraving)
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Hungry Parisians begging for food from German soldiers camped on the market square of St Denis after the end of the Siege of Paris, Franco-Prussian War, 1871 (engraving)
6001334 Hungry Parisians begging for food from German soldiers camped on the market square of St Denis after the end of the Siege of Paris, Franco-Prussian War, 1871 (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hungry Parisians begging for food from German soldiers camped on the market square of St Denis after the end of the Siege of Paris, Franco-Prussian War, 1871. Illustration from Illustrierte Zeitung (Leipzig, 18 February 1871).); © Look and Learn
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Begging Civilians Feeding Franco Prussian War Hardship Hunger Hungry Market Square Siege Of Paris St Denis Starving Suffering Prussian
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This powerful engraving captures a haunting scene from the aftermath of the Siege of Paris during the Franco-Prussian War in 1871. In this image, we see hungry Parisians desperately begging for food from German soldiers who have set up camp on the market square of St Denis. The expressions on their faces reveal both desperation and resignation as they reach out to the soldiers, hoping for even a morsel to alleviate their hunger. The contrast between the well-fed soldiers and these starving civilians is stark, emphasizing the immense suffering endured by ordinary people during times of war. The artist skillfully conveys not only physical hunger but also emotional hardship through his depiction of women and children among those pleading for sustenance. Their presence serves as a reminder that innocent lives are often most affected by conflicts beyond their control. This engraving was originally published in Illustrierte Zeitung in Leipzig, Germany, on February 18th, 1871. It offers us a glimpse into history and reminds us of the devastating consequences that war can have on civilian populations. As we reflect upon this image today, it serves as a poignant reminder to cherish peace and strive for solutions that prevent such scenes from repeating themselves.
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