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Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871. Siege of Paris 19 Sept 1870-28 Jan 1871
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Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871. Siege of Paris 19 Sept 1870-28 Jan 1871
543096 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871. Siege of Paris 19 Sept 1870-28 Jan 1871. A national soup kitchen in Paris, January 1871. From a series of lithographs by Clement August Andrieux on the Gardes Nationales. Food Shortage Hunger by Andrieux, Clement Auguste (1829-1910); Universal History Archive/UIG; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22685892
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1870 1871 1870 28 1871 Andrieux August Clement Franco Prussian Gardes Hunger January Kitchen Lithographs National Nationales Sept Series Shortage Siege Soup
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This print captures a poignant moment during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871. The image showcases a national soup kitchen in Paris, set up amidst the devastating Siege of Paris that lasted from September 19,1870, to January 28,1871. The lithograph by Clement August Andrieux on the Gardes Nationales depicts a scene of food shortage and hunger that plagued the city during this tumultuous time. As Germany's forces besieged Paris, its inhabitants faced severe scarcity and deprivation. In this snapshot from history, we witness the resilience of the French people as they come together to provide sustenance for their fellow citizens. The soup kitchen becomes a symbol of hope amidst despair—a place where nourishment is offered to those who desperately need it. Andrieux's skillful engraving beautifully captures both the physical toll of war and the strength of human compassion. Through his meticulous attention to detail, he transports us back to this significant period in European history—the clash between France and Prussia that ultimately led to Germany's unification. As we gaze upon this evocative artwork from Fine Art Finder's collection by Bridgeman Images, we are reminded not only of our shared past but also of humanity's enduring spirit even in times of great adversity.
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