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Charles Pichegru (1761-1804)
863504 Charles Pichegru (1761-1804); (add.info.: Charles Pichegru (1761-1804) French soldier. A Bourbon (Royalist) sympathiser, after the French Revolution (1789) he lived in exile in England and Germany. Plotted with Candoudal against Napoleon Bonaparte. Arrested on his return to Paris and found strangled in prison before coming to trial. Engraving, 1895.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38315226
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1895 Arrested Balding Bourbon Hairdo Hairstyles Hairstyling Historical Clothing Looking Away One Mature Man Only Royalist Scarf Square Image White Hair French Revolution Hair Style
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This print captures the enigmatic figure of Charles Pichegru (1761-1804), a French soldier whose life was marked by intrigue and betrayal. Pichegru, a staunch Bourbon sympathizer, found himself embroiled in political plots against Napoleon Bonaparte after the French Revolution.
In this portrait, Pichegru's piercing gaze and stoic expression hint at the tumultuous events that would ultimately lead to his downfall. His balding head and white hair speak to a life lived on the edge of danger and uncertainty.
The detailed engraving from 1895 showcases Pichegru in all his historical glory, dressed in traditional French attire with a scarf draped casually around his neck. The artist has captured not just his physical appearance but also the essence of a man caught between loyalty to his beliefs and allegiance to power.
As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to the turbulent times of 18th century France, where political allegiances could mean the difference between life and death. Charles Pichegru's story is one of tragedy and defiance, a reminder that even in the face of overwhelming odds, some will always stand firm in their convictions.
This print is not just an illustration; it is a window into history itself, allowing us to glimpse the complexities of human nature and the enduring struggle for freedom.
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