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The Eve of Waterloo (June 16, 1815). Retreat from the army of Gneisenau
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The Eve of Waterloo (June 16, 1815). Retreat from the army of Gneisenau
JLJ4673332 The Eve of Waterloo (June 16, 1815). Retreat from the army of Gneisenau, Prussian general on Wavre. Painting by Henri Chartier (1859-1924), 1907. Paris, Musee de l Armee by Chartier, Henri Georges Jacques (1859-1924); Musee de l Armee, Paris, France; (add.info.: The Eve of Waterloo (June 16, 1815). Retreat from the army of Gneisenau, Prussian general on Wavre. Painting by Henri Chartier (1859-1924), 1907. Paris, Musee de l Armee); Photo ePhoto Josse; French, out of copyright
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The Eve of Waterloo (June 16,1815). Retreat from the army of Gneisenau
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. This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the eve of the Battle of Waterloo. Painted by Henri Chartier in 1907, it depicts the retreat from the army of Gneisenau, a Prussian general stationed at Wavre. The painting is housed in the Musee de l'Armee in Paris. In this dramatic scene, fear and tension fill the air as soldiers on horseback gallop through a chaotic battlefield. The artist's skillful brushstrokes convey a sense of urgency and desperation among both French and German troops. It serves as a poignant reminder of the brutal realities faced by soldiers during times of war. The historical significance cannot be understated; this event marked Napoleon Bonaparte's final defeat and effectively ended his reign as Emperor of France. The Napoleonic Wars had ravaged Europe for over two decades, leaving countless lives lost and nations devastated. Chartier's painting not only captures an important military event but also showcases his artistic prowess. His attention to detail brings each character to life while highlighting their emotions amidst chaos. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are transported back to that fateful night before one of history's most significant battles. It serves as both a testament to human resilience and a somber reflection on the costliness of war.
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