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Bataillon de Guerre de la Garde Nationale, Siege of Paris, 1870-1871
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Bataillon de Guerre de la Garde Nationale, Siege of Paris, 1870-1871
Bataillon de Guerre de la Garde Nationale, Siege of Paris, 1870-1871. Print from a series titled Souvenirs du Siege de Paris. After the disastrous defeat of the French at Sedan and the capture of Napoleon III, the Prussians surrounded Paris on 9 September 1870, besieging the city until its eventual surrender in January 1871. The Garde Nationale was an army recruited from the citizenry of Paris to defend it against any Prussian assault. They were instrumental in the overthrow of the government in March 1871 and the establishment of the Paris Commune. From a private collection
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1870 1871 1870s Defence Defender Franco Prussian War Garde Nationale Greatcoat National Guard Rifle Shell Siege Of Paris Waving Military Personnel
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This print captures a significant moment in history - the Bataillon de Guerre de la Garde Nationale during the Siege of Paris in 1870-1871. After suffering a disastrous defeat at Sedan and the capture of Napoleon III, the Prussians laid siege to Paris on September 9th, 1870. In response, the Garde Nationale was formed from ordinary citizens of Paris to defend their beloved city against any Prussian assault. The brave soldiers depicted in this image stand tall and resolute, dressed in their military uniforms and armed with guns and rifles. Their faces reflect determination as they prepare to face an uncertain future defending their country. The shell exploding behind them serves as a stark reminder of the dangers they faced daily. Beyond their role as defenders, these men played a pivotal role in shaping French history. They were instrumental in overthrowing the government in March 1871 and establishing what became known as the Paris Commune. This photograph is part of a series titled "Souvenirs du Siege de Paris" (Memories of the Siege of Paris) and is sourced from a private collection. Its vibrant colors bring life to this historical scene, transporting us back to that tumultuous period in France's past. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded not only of war but also resilience, patriotism, sacrifice, and unity amidst adversity - timeless themes that continue to resonate today.
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