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Stanislaw II Augustus (1732-1798). King of Poland
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Stanislaw II Augustus (1732-1798). King of Poland
Stanislaw II Augustus (1732-1798). King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania (1764-1795). He was the last monarch of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. Portrait. Engraving by Lemaitre, Vernier and Millot. History of Poland, by Charles Foster. Panorama Universal, 1840
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Stanislaw II Augustus (1732-1798): The Last Monarch of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth This engraving depicts Stanislaw II Augustus, the last king of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania from 1764 to 1795. Born into the powerful Poniatowski family, Stanislaw ascended to the throne at the age of 22 following the death of his predecessor, August III. His reign was marked by a renewed interest in modernizing the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, which was then one of the largest and most populous countries in Europe. Stanislaw II Augustus is shown here in regal attire, wearing the insignia of his office. The cross and badge on his chest represent the Order of the White Eagle, a prestigious military decoration and the highest order of chivalry in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. His wig, a fashionable accessory of the 18th century, frames his face, which bears an expression of determination and resolve. The engraving was produced by the renowned French engravers Lemaitre, Vernier, and Millot and was published in the "History of Poland" by Charles Foster in 1840. The image captures the essence of Stanislaw II Augustus as a monarch, military leader, and symbol of Polish national pride during a time of great change and upheaval in European history. The Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, a unique political entity that combined a powerful monarchy with a semi-feudal aristocracy, was on the decline in the late 18th century. Stanislaw II Augustus' attempts to modernize the country and strengthen its military were met with resistance from the nobility, leading to the eventual partition of Poland-Lithuania by neighboring powers in 1795. Despite this tragic outcome, Stanislaw II Augustus remains an important figure in Polish history, remembered for his efforts to preserve the independence and sovereignty of his country in the face of external pressures and internal divisions.
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