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Club a l Eglise, Paris Commune, 1871
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Club a l Eglise, Paris Commune, 1871
Club a l Eglise, Paris Commune, 1871. Cartoon from a series titled Types de la Commune. The Paris Commune was established when the citizens of Paris, many of them armed National Guards, rebelled against the policies of the conservative government formed after the end of the Franco-Prussian War. The left-wing regime of the Commune held sway in Paris for two months until government troops retook the city in bloody fighting in May 1871. The events of the Commune were an inspiration to Karl Marx as well as later communist leaders including Lenin, Trotsky and Mao. From a private collection
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1870s Orator Paris Commune Pointing Pulpit Revolutionary Speaker Speaking Harangue
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Club a l Eglise, Paris Commune, 1871 - A Glimpse into the Revolutionary Spirit of France
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. This print captures a pivotal moment in French history - the Paris Commune of 1871. The image is part of a series titled "Types de la Commune" showcasing various aspects of this left-wing regime that held power in Paris for two months. In this particular scene, we witness a powerful political gathering taking place within the walls of a church. The pulpit serves as an unconventional podium for an impassioned politician addressing the crowd. With gestures and pointed fingers, he captivates his audience with fiery rhetoric and revolutionary ideals. The events depicted here were born out of discontentment with the conservative government that emerged after the Franco-Prussian War. Armed citizens, including National Guardsmen, rebelled against these policies to establish their own left-wing regime known as the Paris Commune. Notably, this movement had far-reaching implications beyond its short-lived existence. Karl Marx drew inspiration from it, shaping his communist ideology while later leaders such as Lenin, Trotsky, and Mao also found motivation in its principles. This vibrant print not only offers us a glimpse into one specific historical moment but also symbolizes the enduring spirit of rebellion and revolution that has shaped nations throughout time. It serves as a reminder that even within religious spaces like churches, politics can ignite fervor and inspire change.
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