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Distribution of Medals, by the Emperor of the French, to Zouaves from the Crimea, 1856. Creator: Unknown
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Distribution of Medals, by the Emperor of the French, to Zouaves from the Crimea, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Distribution of Medals, by the Emperor of the French, to Zouaves from the Crimea, [Paris], 1856. A very gratifying reward of the bravery of heroes from the Crimea...took place in the Bois de Boulogne, when the Emperor...presented medals to a number of Zouaves who have recently arrived from Sebastopol. The Emperor shook hands with each Zouave as he gave him the medal. The Zouaves were in full dress, and wore their characteristic white turbans...his Majesty remarked in the last platoon two men who had been wounded, but had not received any decoration...[he] then spoke a few words to one of his aides-de-camp, who went into the palace, and returned with two military medals, which his Majesty himself attached to their breasts, and at the same time shook them by the hand. On this incident being noticed by the crowd...a loud cry of "Vive l'Empereur!" rose on all sides'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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This image, titled "Distribution of Medals, by the Emperor of the French, to Zouaves from the Crimea," dates back to 1856. The photograph depicts a heartwarming moment in the Bois de Boulogne, Paris, where Emperor Napoleon III presented medals to a group of Zouaves who had valiantly fought in the Crimean War at Sebastopol. The Emperor warmly greeted each Zouave as he pinned the medal onto their uniforms. The Zouaves, dressed in their distinctive white turbans, stood proudly at attention. Two wounded Zouaves, who had not yet received their decorations, were noticed by the Emperor. He summoned one of his aides-de-camp to retrieve two military medals, which he personally attached to their chests and shook their hands. This act of kindness and recognition elicited a thunderous applause from the onlookers, who enthusiastically cried, "Vive l'Empereur!" The Crimean War, which lasted from 1853 to 1856, was a significant conflict between European powers, particularly Russia and the Ottoman Empire, and their allies. The bravery and unwavering commitment of the Zouaves, an elite infantry regiment of the French Army, were instrumental in the French victory. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the Emperor's appreciation for their valor and dedication.
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