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The Anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo; unveiling the statue at Quatre Bras in memory of Frederick William, Duke of Brunswick, who fell at the battle, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890
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The Anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo - Unveiling the Statue at Quatre Bras in Memory of Frederick William, Duke of Brunswick
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This evocative photograph captures the solemn and ceremonial unveiling of the Brunswick Monument at Quatre Bras in Genappe, Walloon Belgium, on the anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo in 1890. The Duke of Brunswick, a British-allied commander, fell at the Battle of Quatre Bras, a preliminary engagement in the Waterloo Campaign, on June 16, 1815. The image, published in "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper," Volume 41, January to June, 1890, depicts a large crowd gathered around the monument, with the statue of the Duke of Brunswick standing proudly at its center. The Duke is shown in military uniform, holding a sword in one hand and a helmet in the other, symbolizing his bravery and leadership on the battlefield. The background is filled with onlookers, dressed in Victorian attire, who have come to pay their respects to the fallen hero. Some are seen with their hats off, while others are holding flags or banners. The ornate architecture of the surrounding buildings adds to the grandeur of the occasion. The unveiling ceremony was an important commemorative event, marking the 85th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo and honoring the Duke of Brunswick's significant contribution to the victory against Napoleon Bonaparte. The monument stands as a lasting tribute to the Duke and the sacrifices made during the Napoleonic Wars. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of the Battle of Waterloo and the enduring impact of the Napoleonic Wars on European history. It also showcases the grandeur and pageantry of Victorian-era ceremonies and the role of the press in documenting and preserving historical events.
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