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The Belle Alliance Inn, headquarters of Napoleon during the battle of Waterloo
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The Belle Alliance Inn, headquarters of Napoleon during the battle of Waterloo
KDC386078 The Belle Alliance Inn, headquarters of Napoleon during the battle of Waterloo, commemorative postcard, c.1912 (photolitho) by Belgian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inn used during the Battle of Waterloo by Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) as his HQ and where he reviewed his troops in the morning of June 18, 1815; in the evening the site for the celebrated meeting between Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) and Gebhard Leberecht, Prince Bluecher von Wahlstatt (1742-1819), Marshal and Commander of the Prussian army 1813-15; ); Belgian, out of copyright
Media ID 23251582
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The Belle Alliance Inn: Witness to History at the Battle of Waterloo This photograph, captured by a Belgian photographer in 1912, showcases the iconic Belle Alliance Inn. Steeped in history, this inn served as Napoleon Bonaparte's headquarters during the momentous Battle of Waterloo. In June 1815, amidst rolling fields and thundering cannons, Napoleon reviewed his troops from these very grounds before engaging with Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington and Gebhard Leberecht von Blücher. As dusk settled on that fateful day, this site became witness to an extraordinary meeting between two military giants - Wellington and Blücher - marking a turning point in European history. The postcard beautifully captures the essence of this historic location. The photolitho technique used adds depth to every detail; you can almost feel the weight of history within its monochromatic tones. Today, as we gaze upon this vintage card from our private collection, we are transported back to that pivotal moment when empires clashed. The image serves as a reminder not only of Napoleon's strategic brilliance but also highlights the valor and determination displayed by soldiers who fought valiantly for their respective causes. Let us cherish this remarkable artifact that encapsulates an era long gone but forever etched into our collective memory.
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