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'L'Apotheose du Droit; M. Clemenceau a la tribune de la Chambre, le 11 novembre 1918... 1918. Creator: J Simont
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'L'Apotheose du Droit; M. Clemenceau a la tribune de la Chambre, le 11 novembre 1918... 1918. Creator: J Simont
'L'Apotheose du Droit; M. Clemenceau a la tribune de la Chambre, le 11 novembre 1918, a quatre heures de l'apres-midi, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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L'Apotheose du Droit - M. Clemenceau a la tribune de la Chambre, le 11 novembre 1918, à quatre heures de l'après-midi
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is a powerful photograph by J. Simont capturing a pivotal moment in French history. The image, published in "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" by L'Illustration, Paris, in 1924, shows Georges Clemenceau, a prominent French politician and statesman, delivering a speech at the French Parliament on Armistice Day, 11 November 1918. Clemenceau, with his hand raised and head tilted back, gazes intently at the audience as they stand and applaud. The sea of parliamentarians, dressed in formal attire, are seen raising their hands in a show of support and approval. The room is filled with a sense of relief and triumph, as the end of the First World War was finally in sight. The photograph, titled "The Apotheosis of Right: M. Clemenceau at the Tribune of the Chamber, 11 November 1918, at Four O'Clock in the Afternoon," is a testament to the political and military significance of the moment. Clemenceau, who served as the Prime Minister of France from 1917 to 1920, played a crucial role in leading France through the final stages of the war and negotiating the Armistice of Compiègne. The photograph's composition, with Clemenceau as the central figure against the backdrop of the applauding parliamentarians, emphasizes the importance of his leadership and the unity of the French people during a time of great turmoil. The image has become a symbol of French resilience and the triumph of justice over adversity. J. Simont's masterful use of light and shadow, as well as his ability to capture the emotion and energy of the moment, make this photograph a significant historical document and a powerful work of art. It serves as a reminder of the enduring power of political leadership and the importance of unity in times of crisis.
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