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Council of war at Versailles, 1870, (1936). Creator: Unknown
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Council of war at Versailles, 1870, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Council of war at Versailles, 1870, (1936). Kriegsrat in Versailles, 1870. Prussian politicians and army officers Otto von Bismarck, Albrecht, Graf von Roon, and Helmuth von Moltke hold a meeting at Versailles during the Siege of Paris. The capture of the city by Prussian forces led to French defeat in the Franco-Prussian War. From " Bilder Deutscher Geschichte", (Pictures of German History), No.12, cigarette card album. [Cigaretten-Bilderdienst, Altona-Bahrenfeld, Hamburg, Germany, 1936]
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The print titled "Council of War at Versailles, 1870" captures a significant moment in history during the Franco-Prussian War. In this image, Prussian politicians and army officers Otto von Bismarck, Albrecht Graf von Roon, and Helmuth von Moltke are seen holding a meeting at Versailles. The atmosphere is tense as these influential figures strategize their next move during the Siege of Paris. This pivotal council played a crucial role in shaping the outcome of the war. The capture of Paris by Prussian forces ultimately led to France's defeat in the conflict. The intensity and determination on their faces reflect the weighty decisions being made within those walls. The photograph is part of an album called "Bilder Deutscher Geschichte" which translates to "Pictures of German History". It was created by an unknown artist in 1936 and later published by Cigaretten-Bilderdienst in Hamburg, Germany. This historical artifact provides us with a glimpse into one of Europe's most defining moments. It serves as a reminder that even behind closed doors, great events unfold that shape nations and alter destinies. The Council of War at Versailles stands as a testament to the power struggles between countries and individuals striving for dominance during times of conflict.
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