Longwood House, St Helena

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Longwood House, St Helena

Longwood House, St Helena, the place of the death of Napoleon Bonaparte on 5th May 1821. Following exile to the Island, Napoleon moved to Longwood House in December 1815; it had fallen into disrepair, and the location was damp, windswept and unhealthy. The Times published articles insinuating that the British government was trying to hasten his death and he often complained of the living conditions in letters to the governor and his custodian, Hudson Lowe. Date: circa 1930s

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1821 Bonaparte Exile Helena Longwood Napoleon Unhealthy Windswept

EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print captures the historic Longwood House in St Helena, the final residence of Napoleon Bonaparte before his death on 5th May 1821. The image transports us back to the early 1930s, showcasing the once grand but now dilapidated estate where the former Emperor of France spent his last days in exile. Longwood House, situated on a windswept and damp location, was far from ideal for Napoleon's health and wellbeing. Reports at the time suggested that conditions were deliberately harsh to hasten his demise, leading to tensions between him and British authorities overseeing his exile. Despite its state of disrepair, Longwood House remains a significant historical site associated with one of Europe's most iconic figures. The legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte lives on within these walls, echoing tales of power, ambition, and ultimately downfall. As we gaze upon this poignant photograph, we are reminded of the complex history surrounding this place - a symbol not only of political intrigue and power struggles but also human vulnerability in face of mortality. Longwood House stands as a testament to an extraordinary chapter in world history that continues to captivate our imagination centuries later.

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