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The War, the Emperor and his Staff watching the Attack on Saarbruck from the Heights of Spicheren (engraving)
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The War, the Emperor and his Staff watching the Attack on Saarbruck from the Heights of Spicheren (engraving)
1104532 The War, the Emperor and his Staff watching the Attack on Saarbruck from the Heights of Spicheren (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War, the Emperor and his Staff watching the Attack on Saarbruck from the Heights of Spicheren. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 13 August 1870.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23048660
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Anecdote Attacker Franco Prussian War Heights Saarbruck Staff News Item Spicheren
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The War, the Emperor and his Staff Witnessing the Attack on Saarbruck - A Glimpse into Franco-Prussian Conflict
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This engraving captures a pivotal moment during the Franco-Prussian War in 1870. Titled "The War, the Emperor and his Staff watching the Attack on Saarbruck from the Heights of Spicheren" it offers a glimpse into history as French School artists skillfully depict this significant event. Intriguingly, we see Emperor Napoleon III and his staff observing intently from their vantage point atop Spicheren Heights in Germany. The tension is palpable as they witness an attack unfolding upon Saarbruck, a strategic city caught in the crossfire of this fierce conflict. The image not only showcases military strategy but also highlights royalty's involvement in wartime affairs. With great attention to detail, we can observe His Royal Highness alongside Her Royal Highness amidst their staff members. This portrayal adds depth to our understanding of how leaders were directly engaged with battlefield developments. Furthermore, this artwork provides valuable insight into European topography during that era. It emphasizes Germany's northern region while shedding light on German culture and its significance within Europe at large. As an illustration for The Illustrated London News published on August 13th, 1870, this print served as a news item for readers hungry for updates about ongoing conflicts across Europe. Today, it stands as both an informative historical artifact and a testament to artistic talent capturing
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