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Alfred Dreyfus (c1859-1935) French army officer of Jewish extraction, wrongly accused
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Alfred Dreyfus (c1859-1935) French army officer of Jewish extraction, wrongly accused
Alfred Dreyfus (c1859-1935) French army officer of Jewish extraction, wrongly accused of passing secret documents to the Germans, at the time of his first retrial at Rennes. Found guilty and sentenced to 10 years in prison. From Vanity Fair London, 7 September 1899
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This powerful print captures the momentous first retrial of Alfred Dreyfus, a French army officer of Jewish extraction who was tragically and wrongly accused of passing secret documents to the Germans. The image showcases Dreyfus standing tall in a court at Rennes, France, as he faces the relentless pursuit of justice. In this pivotal trial that took place in September 1899, Dreyfus's fate hung in the balance as his innocence clashed with prevailing racialism and anti-Semitism. Despite mounting evidence supporting his innocence, he was ultimately found guilty by a military tribunal and sentenced to ten years behind bars. The photograph serves as an enduring testament to both human resilience and systemic injustice. It encapsulates the anguish etched on Dreyfus's face as he confronts not only false accusations but also deep-rooted prejudice within society. Published by Vanity Fair London, this poignant image sheds light on one of history's most infamous cases of wrongful conviction. It invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as integrity, truth-seeking, and the power dynamics that can shape legal proceedings. As we gaze upon this haunting snapshot frozen in time, let us remember Alfred Dreyfus—a symbol of perseverance against adversity—and strive for a world where justice prevails over discrimination and bigotry.
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