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Incendie et Destruction de l Hotel de Ville, Paris, 24 May 1871
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Incendie et Destruction de l Hotel de Ville, Paris, 24 May 1871
Incendie et Destruction de l Hotel de Ville, Paris, 24 May 1871. The Hotel de Ville in Paris was destroyed by fire during the fighting as French government forces tried to recapture Paris from the Communards. The building had served as the administrative headquarters of the Paris Commune since the uprising in March which brought it to power. From a private collection
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1870s Burning Civil War Flame Flames Hotel De Ville Paris Commune Town Hall
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Incendie et Destruction de l Hotel de Ville, Paris, 24 May 1871
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. This print captures the dramatic scene of the Hotel de Ville in Paris engulfed in flames during a turbulent period in French history. On that fateful day of May 24th, 1871, as government forces clashed with the Communards in their bid to recapture Paris, this iconic building became a casualty of war. Once serving as the administrative headquarters for the Paris Commune since their uprising earlier that year, it now stood as a symbol of rebellion and revolution. The billowing smoke and raging flames depicted here evoke both awe and despair at witnessing such destruction. The vivid colors bring to life the chaos and intensity of this momentous event from over a century ago. Amidst the turmoil, soldiers can be seen bravely fighting amidst the burning ruins - an embodiment of loyalty to their cause or duty. This photograph not only documents a significant historical event but also serves as a reminder of how conflicts can ravage even grand architectural marvels. It transports us back to an era when ideologies clashed fiercely on these very streets. Preserved within this private collection, this print offers us glimpses into our past - reminding us that history is not just about dates and facts but also about human struggles and resilience.
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