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The Battle of Borodino, Russia, 7th September 1812. Artist: Jacques Couche
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The Battle of Borodino, Russia, 7th September 1812. Artist: Jacques Couche
The Battle of Borodino, Russia, 7th September 1812. With 44, 000 Russian casualties and 30, 000 French losses, the battle was indecisive. The Russians retreated, leaving the French to take occupation of a burning Moscow - set on fire by the Russians themselves. Hoping for a Russian surrender that never came, Bonaparte waited in Moscow for five weeks before beginning what would turn into an epic retreat, with the remnants of his Grande Armee harrassed by the Russians and tormented by starvation and the Russian winter. Of the more than 600, 000 men who set out on the invasion of Russia, only 20, 000 returned
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This print depicts "The Battle of Borodino, Russia, 7th September 1812" as captured by artist Jacques Couche. The battle itself was a fierce and brutal conflict that resulted in immense casualties for both sides. With 44,000 Russian soldiers lost and 30,000 French troops killed or injured, the outcome remained inconclusive. Following the battle's conclusion, the Russians made a strategic retreat while leaving behind a burning Moscow – an act of defiance against their invaders. In hopes of securing a Russian surrender that never materialized, Napoleon Bonaparte waited in Moscow for five weeks before realizing he had no choice but to begin an epic retreat. The remnants of his once-mighty Grande Armée faced constant harassment from the relentless Russian forces and suffered greatly from starvation and the harsh winter conditions. Out of over 600,000 men who embarked on this ill-fated invasion of Russia, only a mere 20,000 would return home. This historical artwork not only captures the intensity and chaos of war but also serves as a reminder of Napoleon's ambitious yet disastrous campaign. It showcases Bonaparte himself observing the battlefield atop his horse alongside his staff members. The landscape is filled with smoke and destruction while soldiers engage in combat around them. Jacques Couche masterfully brings this pivotal moment in history to life through his use of color and attention to detail. This print stands as a testament to the sheer scale and devastating consequences brought about by one man's quest for power amidst unforgiving circumstances.
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