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Crown Prince Friedrich Wilhelm with the body of General Douay, 4 August 1870, (1936)
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Crown Prince Friedrich Wilhelm with the body of General Douay, 4 August 1870, (1936)
Crown Prince Friedrich Wilhelm with the body of General Douay, 4 August 1870, (1936). Kronprinz Friedrich Wilhelm An Der Leiche Des Generals Douay, 4 August 1870. Friedrich Wilhelm (1831-1888, future German Emperor and King of Prussia Frederick III) pays his respects to French general Abel Douay (1809-1870) who was hit by an artillery explosion at the Battle of Wissembourg, on the first day of 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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In this powerful photo print, we see Crown Prince Friedrich Wilhelm paying his respects to the fallen French general Abel Douay during the Franco-Prussian War. The image captures a solemn moment as the future German Emperor and King of Prussia Frederick III stands beside the lifeless body of his adversary. Taken from "Bilder Deutscher Geschichte" (Pictures of German History), this photograph is part of a cigarette card album produced by Cigaretten-Bilderdienst in 1936. It serves as a reminder of the human cost and tragedy that war brings, transcending national boundaries and highlighting our shared humanity. General Douay was struck by an artillery explosion on the first day of battle at Wissembourg, becoming one among many casualties in this devastating conflict. The colorized image adds depth and emotion to an already poignant scene, capturing both the gravity of death and the weighty responsibility borne by those in positions of power. This photograph not only documents a historical event but also invites reflection on themes such as loss, sacrifice, and empathy. It reminds us that behind every soldier lies a complex story filled with hopes, dreams, fears, and loved ones left behind. As we gaze upon this image frozen in time, let us remember that history is made up not just of grand battles or political maneuvers but also individual lives forever altered or lost.
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