Bastille Day Collection
"Bastille Day: A Historic Celebration of Freedom and Unity" On June 30, 1878
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"Bastille Day: A Historic Celebration of Freedom and Unity" On June 30, 1878, the streets of Paris came alive with a vibrant celebration captured in Monet's masterpiece "Celebration. " The Rue Montorgueil overflowed with joyous revelers, marking a significant moment in French history. This painting serves as a reminder of the resilience and spirit that define Bastille Day. The origins of this commemoration trace back to the infamous Bastille Attack during the French Revolution. On July 14th, 1789, brave revolutionaries stormed the Bastille prison, igniting a spark that would forever change France. This audacious act symbolized liberation from oppression and became an enduring symbol of freedom. Fast forward to c1801 when Parisians gathered on Avenue des Champs Elysees for grand festivities honoring Bastille Day. As depicted in an etching from that time, spectators marveled at balloon ascensions while relishing in the jubilant atmosphere. Bullet impacts on heavy trucks remind us of past struggles but also highlight how far we have come since then. Fireworks illuminating the sky near Old Port signify not only the end of traditional celebrations but also serve as a metaphorical representation of triumph over adversity, and is through these dazzling displays that unity is forged among people from all walks of life. Bastille Day transcends borders too; British soldiers engaged in hand-to-hand combat with Germans during World War I on this very day – July 14th – at Bazentin, France. Their courage exemplifies how this date continues to inspire bravery and determination even amidst conflict. Artistic depictions such as "July Fourteenth" by Rue Daunou (1910) or "Le bon republicain" illustrate how artists immortalize moments filled with patriotic fervor and national pride during these celebrations throughout history. Leon Gambetta's relentless fight for an enduring republic culminated in the magnificent Bastille Day celebration of 1880.