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History. French Revolution. Flight to Varennes: the mob get in grocer's house Sauce (Varennes) and find the king Louis XVI and his family, June, 22, 1791. Illustration in: Belles images d'histoire (History Schoolbook), by H
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History. French Revolution. Flight to Varennes: the mob get in grocer's house Sauce (Varennes) and find the king Louis XVI and his family, June, 22, 1791. Illustration in: Belles images d'histoire (History Schoolbook), by H
3434674 History. French Revolution. Flight to Varennes: the mob get in grocer's house Sauce (Varennes) and find the king Louis XVI and his family, June, 22, 1791. Illustration in: Belles images d'histoire (History Schoolbook), by H. Geron, France, c.1948 Coll. Part. (print); (add.info.: Revolution francaise. Illustration in: Belles images d'histoire, d'H. Geron, France, vers 1948. Coll. Part. History. French Revolution. Flight to Varennes: the mob get in grocer's house Sauce (Varennes) and find the king Louis XVI and his family, June, 22, 1791. Illustration in: Belles images d'histoire (History Schoolbook), by H. Geron, France, ca 1948. Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history during the French Revolution. The image depicts the dramatic scene of the Flight to Varennes, where a mob storms into a grocer's house in Varennes and discovers King Louis XVI and his family on June 22, 1791. The tension and chaos of this historic event are palpable as the royal family's escape attempt is thwarted.
The illustration comes from "Belles images d'histoire," a History Schoolbook by H. Geron, dating back to around 1948 in France. It offers a vivid glimpse into one of the most turbulent periods in French history, showcasing the downfall of the monarchy and rise of revolutionary fervor.
Louis XVI, Marie Antoinette, and their children are depicted in this moment of vulnerability as they face capture by an enraged populace. The Bourbon dynasty's fate hangs in the balance as revolutionaries clamor for justice and change.
This image serves as a powerful reminder of the tumultuous events that shaped modern France and reverberated throughout Europe during the late 18th century. It encapsulates both the tragedy and drama of historical upheaval, inviting viewers to reflect on themes of power, rebellion, and societal transformation.
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