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Prince Alexnder of Bulgaria Entering Philippopolis
Prince Alexander of of Bulgaria entering Philippopolis (Plovdiv) at the head of a regiment of Bulgarian Cavalry during the crisis in Eastern Roumelia, 1885. At the beginning of the Bulgarian Crisis, 1885-1888, part of the continuing Balkan's Crisis in which vassal states sought independence from the Ottoman Empire. Date: 1885
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1885 Alexander Balkan Balkans Bulgaria Bulgarian Cavalry Cavalryman Crisis Forces Independence Plovdiv Roumelia Secession Thrace Philippopolis
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite fine art print of Prince Alexander of Bulgaria Entering Philippopolis by ILN - Consolidated Archive Holdings Ltd, available through Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts Prince Alexander leading a regiment of Bulgarian Cavalry into the city during the crisis in Eastern Roumelia in 1885. Each fine art print is meticulously printed on premium quality paper, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Bring a piece of historical art into your home or office and relive the rich history of the past.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 49.7cm x 40.6cm (19.6" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the moment when Prince Alexander of Bulgaria, resplendent in military attire, rides triumphantly into the city of Philippopolis (now Plovdiv) at the head of a regiment of Bulgarian Cavalry in 1885. The scene unfolds against the backdrop of the Bulgarian Crisis, a pivotal period in the Balkans' struggle for independence from the Ottoman Empire. Prince Alexander, a key figure in the Bulgarian national movement, had arrived in Eastern Roumelia, a region in southern Bulgaria, to assert Bulgarian control amidst the chaos of the crisis. The photograph captures the excitement and anticipation of the Bulgarian people as their prince and his forces entered the city, a symbol of their growing power and determination to secede from Ottoman rule. The Bulgarian Crisis was part of the larger Balkan Crisis, which saw various vassal states seeking independence from the Ottoman Empire. The crisis lasted from 1885 to 1888 and was marked by military conflicts and diplomatic maneuvering. Prince Alexander's entry into Philippopolis was a significant moment in this tumultuous period, as it signaled the growing strength of the Bulgarian forces and their resolve to establish an independent Bulgarian state. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the 1880s and the thrilling era of Balkan secession. The image of Prince Alexander and his cavalrymen riding into Philippopolis is a powerful reminder of the courage and determination of the Bulgarian people during a time of great upheaval and change.
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