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La Batterie Des Hommes Sans Peur
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La Batterie Des Hommes Sans Peur
This illustration shows an array of French military men preparing for battle behind a bank, with grooves slotted out for cannon barrels, cannonballs scatter the ground as a man sits beside a sign, translated to The Drums Of Fearless Men. Date: circa 1901
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Array Bank Barrels Behind Cannon Caran Dache Drums Emmanuel Fearless Hommes Issue Lalbum Maitres Peur Poire Preparing Sans Scatter Sits Translated 1901 Batterie Cannonballs Grooves Shows Slotted
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an evocative illustration from the early 20th century, captures the tense atmosphere of a French military encampment on the eve of battle. The image, circa 1901, depicts a formidable array of soldiers preparing for combat behind a makeshift earthen rampart, complete with grooves slotted out for cannon barrels. Cannonballs are scattered haphazardly on the ground, a testament to the intensity of the preparations underway. A lone figure sits casually beside a sign, its translation, "The Drums of Fearless Men," adding an air of defiance and resolve to the scene. The illustration, from the "Album des Maîtres de Caricature" issue of October 1901, is the work of renowned French caricaturist Emmanuel Poiré and Caran d'Ache. The intricately detailed drawing showcases the soldiers' focused determination as they ready their weapons and armor, their faces etched with concentration and resolve. The muted earth tones of the illustration further emphasize the somber, almost ominous, mood of the scene. La Batterie Des Hommes Sans Peur is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and courage of the men who went to war, and the unwavering support of those who remained behind. This illustration is a testament to the enduring power of art to capture the essence of history and the human spirit.
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