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State Banquet given by the Emperor of the French to the Peace Plenipotentiaries, at the Tuileries, [Paris], 1856. Ending of the Crimean War. All the members had been invited, as well as the foreign Ministers, the Cardinals, the Ministers of the Emperor, the Marshals, the presidents of the great bodies of the State, the grand officers of the Crown, the French Ambassador at London, the Governor of the Invalides, the Grand Chancellor of the Legion of Honour, the Grand Referendary of the Senate, a number of senators, deputies, high functionaries of State, and the principal civil and military officers of the household of the Emperor. His Majesty took his seat in the middle of the table...and had on his right Lord Clarendon, and on his left Count de Buol. Prince Napoleon sat opposite the Emperor, having Count Orloff on his right, and Aali Pacha on his left'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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This photograph captures the grandeur and elegance of the State Banquet given by Napoleon III, the Emperor of the French, to the Peace Plenipotentiaries at the Tuileries Palace in Paris in 1856. The banquet marked the end of the Crimean War, a significant moment in European history. The image is filled with an impressive gathering of dignitaries, all dressed in their finest attire. Invitations were extended to all members of the government, foreign ministers, cardinals, ministers of the Emperor, marshals, presidents of the great bodies of the State, grand officers of the Crown, French Ambassador at London, the Governor of the Invalides, the Grand Chancellor of the Legion of Honour, the Grand Referendary of the Senate, senators, deputies, high functionaries of State, and principal civil and military officers of the household of the Emperor. Napoleon III is depicted seated at the head of the table, surrounded by esteemed guests. On his right sat Lord Clarendon, and on his left, Count de Buol. Across from the Emperor, Prince Napoleon sat with Count Orloff on his right and Aali Pacha on his left. The atmosphere is one of celebration and unity, as the attendees raised their glasses in a toast to peace and prosperity. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the opulence and grandeur of the 19th century European court, providing a unique insight into the diplomatic and political landscape of the time. The image, from the 'Illustrated London News' of 1856, remains a captivating testament to the historical significance of the event and the people involved.
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