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Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873). "The apostate Emile Ollivier"
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Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873). "The apostate Emile Ollivier"
JOC4401109 Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873). "The apostate Emile Ollivier". Emile Ollivier (1825-1913), Republican, son of the outlawed coup d'etat of 2 December, joined the Empire in 1866. He could not avoid the war in 1870 and even declared that he considered it "with a light heart"; (add.info.: Cartoon of the politics of the Second Empire (Bonapartiste Regime) directed by Napoleon III (Charles Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, dit Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, 1808-1873). "The apostate Emile Ollivier". Emile Ollivier (1825-1913), Republican, son of the outlawed coup d'etat of 2 December, joined the Empire in 1866. He could not avoid the war in 1870 and even declared that he considered it "with a light heart"); Photo © Sibroc
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This print captures the intricate politics of the Second Empire under Napoleon III, with a focus on the controversial figure of Emile Ollivier. Ollivier, once a staunch Republican and son of an outlawed coup d'etat, made a surprising turn when he joined the Empire in 1866. The cartoon portrays him as "The apostate Emile Ollivier," highlighting his shift in allegiance.
Despite his previous beliefs, Ollivier found himself unable to avoid being swept into the turmoil of war in 1870. In a shocking declaration, he stated that he considered the conflict "with a light heart," showcasing his willingness to embrace change and adapt to new circumstances.
The detailed illustration offers a glimpse into the complex political landscape of the time, where alliances were fluid and individuals faced difficult choices. Through clever imagery and symbolism, it conveys the tension and intrigue surrounding figures like Ollivier who navigated shifting loyalties and ideologies.
As viewers engage with this historical snapshot, they are invited to ponder questions of loyalty, ambition, and moral compromise in times of upheaval. The print serves as both a visual record of past events and a thought-provoking commentary on human nature's complexities within political spheres.
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