Gambetta Collection (#3)

Cartoon, Bismarck and Gambetta. Leon Gambetta, French statesman, is looking for some stolen property (Alsace and Lorraine), which Otto von Bismarck, German Chancellor, is hiding behind his back

He Devoured France with Activity, Leon Gambetta, French statesman, 1872. Artist: Montbard
He Devoured France with Activity, Leon Gambetta, French statesman, 1872. A print from Vanity Fair, October 19th 1872

Leon Gambetta proclaiming the Republic of France, 4th September 1870 (1882-1884). After the disastrous defeat of the French by the Prussians at Sedan and the capture of Napoleon III

Leon Gambetta, French statesman, 1881. A Republican politician, Gambetta (1838-1882), was an opponent of the French Second Empire

Leon Gambetta, French statesman, 1882. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Leon Gambetta, French statesman, 1882. A Republican politician, Gambetta (1838-1882), was an opponent of the French Second Empire

Declaration of the French Third Republic, 4th September 1870. After the disastrous defeat of the French by the Prussians at Sedan and the capture of Napoleon III

Monument to Leon Gambetta, Ville d Avray, Paris, 1891. Artist: Henri Meyer
Monument to Leon Gambetta, Ville d Avray, Paris, 1891. A Republican politician, Gambetta (1838-1882), was an opponent of the French Second Empire

Leon Gambetta, French politician about to escape besieged Paris, Franco-Prussian War, 1870
Leon Gambetta (1838-82), French Republican politician (in hat, centre) about to escape besieged Paris for Tours by balloon, 7 October 1870. Dictator of France for 5 months. [Paris, 1890]

A Sop to Cerberus, 1872. Artist: Joseph Swain
A Sop to Cerberus, 1872. This cartoon shows Louis Adolphe Thiers, the first president of the Third Republic, and Leon Gambetta, the deputy for Marseilles

Quai Gambetta and port, Boulogne-sur-Mer, northern France. Date: circa 1900s

Bombing of Bergues - damage to Place Gambetta, WW1
People clearing a corner of the Place Gambetta, in the French city of Bergues, after damage caused during WW1 bombing of the city. 1914-1915

Caricature of Coquelin and Gambetta
Caricature of Benoit-Constant Coquelin (1841-1909), leading French actor, and Leon Gambetta (1838-1882), leading French politician. Comedy and Politics. 1882

Gambetta at a Salon
LEON MICHEL GAMBETTA French statesman, making his debut at Madame Adams Paris salon, an influential gathering - where his hostess is the only female ! Date: 1838 - 1882

Gambetta (Anon)
LEON MICHEL GAMBETTA French statesman, opponent of Napoleon III and champion of the Republic, which is why there is a rue Gambetta in every French town... Date: 1838 - 1882

Gambetta Aa Premier
LEON MICHEL GAMBETTA French statesman, standing before a statue of Louis XIV as he, in his turn, becomes the triumphant head of state and echoes Louiss words. Date: 1838 - 1882

Gambetta as Marksman
LEON MICHEL GAMBETTA French statesman, shooting sparrows from his window by way of preparation for his forthcoming duel with Fourtu. (He survived...) Date: 1838 - 1882

Gambetta (Holl)
LEON MICHEL GAMBETTA French statesman, opponent of Napoleon III and champion of the Republic, which is why there is a rue Gambetta in every French town... Date: 1838 - 1882

Gambetta Deathplace
LEON MICHEL GAMBETTA - the French statesmans home and deathplace at Ville d Avray, near Paris. Date: 1838 - 1882

Gambettas Father
JOSEPH GAMBETTA, father of the statesman Leon. He kept a quincaillerie (hardware shop)in Cahors - we have a picture of it. Date: 1838

Gambetta / Oval / Litho
LEON MICHEL GAMBETTA French lawyer and statesman Date: 1838 - 1882

L M Gambetta
LEON MICHEL GAMBETTA French lawyer and statesman Date: 1838 - 1882

Gambetta / Stock / Celebs
LEON MICHEL GAMBETTA French statesman, depicted as Horatius, defending the cause of universal suffrage Date: 1838 - 1882

Leon Gambetta (1838-1832), French statesman and lawyer Date: circa 1860s

Unknown soldier and heart of Gambetta, Paris, France
A special ceremony in Paris on Armistice Day 1920, when an unknown soldier was buried under the Arc de Triomphe and the heart of Gambetta (founder of the Third Republic) was placed in the Pantheon

Gambetta Photo
LEON MICHEL GAMBETTA French statesman in 1882. Date: 1838 - 1882

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The Political Crisis in France, M. Laa'On Gambetta

The mask seller, 1883 (bronze) (b / w photo)
XIR346100 The mask seller, 1883 (bronze) (b/w photo) by Astruc, Zacharie (1835-1907); Jardin du Luxembourg, Paris, France; (add.info)

The Assault on M. Gambetta by M. De Sainte-Croix at the Sainte Lazare Station, Paris, France

Franco-Prussian War: L. Gambetta at Tours, France, 1870

Franco-Prussian War: Gambetta Proclaim the Republic, Paris, September 4 1870

Franco-Prussian War: Leon Gambetta, 1838 - 1882, Minister of the Interior and War

Franco-Prussian War: The famous pigeon Gambetta and Keratry

Franco-Prussian War: Leaving of Gambetta, Minister for the Interior, to Tours by means of balloon Armand Barbes, 7 October 1870, France

The Tomb of the Gambetta Family in the Nice Cemetery, France, 1883

The Late Leon Gambetta: the Lying-In-State in the Mortuary Chamber in the Palais Bourbon, France, 1883

The Bedroom in Les Jardies, Ville D avray, Near Paris, in which M. Gambetta Died, France, 1883

M. Gambetta Leaving Paris for the Provinces in a Balloon, Oct. 8, 1870, France

M. Gambetta at Tours, November, 1870, Haranguing the Soldiery, France

Leon Michel Gambetta
LEON MICHEL GAMBETTA

M. Gambetta Proclaiming the Deposition of Napoleon III
M. Gambetta Proclaiming the Deposition of Napoleon Iii. and the Establishment of the Republic from the Hotel De Ville, Paris, France, Sept. 4, 1870

Leon Michel Gambettas First Cabinet Council, a Meeting of the Government Of
LEON MICHEL GAMBETTAs FIRST CABINET COUNCIL, A MEETING OF THE GOVERNMENT OF NATIONAL DEFENCE, SEPTEMBER 1870; Jules Favre, Rochefort, Arago, Glais-Bizoin, General Trochu, Jules Simon, Pelletan

M. Gambetta Pleading for Delescluze at the baudin Trial, November 14, 1868
M. Gambetta Pleading for Delescluze at the " baudin Trial, " November 14, 1868

WORLD WAR I: FRENCH CRUISER. The French armored cruiser, Leon Gambetta, during World War I. Photograph, c1914

WORLD WAR I: FRENCH POSTER. French poster, 1915, depicting two French troops, one opening a small box of supplies sent from home

LEON GAMBETTA (1838-1882). French politician. Original carte-de-visite photograph, c1875, by Etienne Carjat

French politician. Gambetta (left, with hand on balloons basket) preparing to board the hot air balloon Armand Barbes
LEON GAMBETTA (1838-1882). French politician. Gambetta (left, with hand on balloons basket) preparing to board the hot air balloon Armand Barbes at Montmartre

French politician. Gambetta escaping by balloon from German-besieged Paris on 7 October 1870
LEON GAMBETTA (1838-1882). French politician. Gambetta escaping by balloon from German-besieged Paris on 7 October 1870. Contemporary colored engraving

French balloons carrying Leon Gambetta and members of his provisional government over Prussian lines from Paris to
SIEGE OF PARIS, 1870. French balloons carrying Leon Gambetta and members of his provisional government over Prussian lines from Paris to Amiens, 7 October 1870

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"Gambetta: A Legacy of Influence and Resilience" In the world of French politics, one name stands out with an enduring legacy - Gambetta. From his early beginnings to his untimely demise, Leon Gambetta left an indelible mark on history. Born in 1838, Gambetta rose to prominence as a prominent French politician during the late 19th century. His charismatic personality and unwavering determination made him a force to be reckoned with. As seen in the advertisement for Vivier Freres leather gloves from 1886, Gambetta's influence extended beyond politics. One captivating aspect of this enigmatic figure was his ability to captivate audiences through hand shadows. Using only his hands, he would create silhouettes depicting famous figures such as Marianne, symbolizing the spirit of France itself. This unique talent showcased both his creativity and theatrical flair. Gambetta's impact reached far beyond France's borders. The illustration by Charles Gilbert-Martin depicts British, French, American, and German battleships surrounding him - a testament to his international recognition and influence. Tragically, it was at Gambetta's funeral that the nation mourned the loss of this remarkable statesman. The solemn occasion brought together people from all walks of life who had been touched by his vision for a better future. His dedication to satire is evident in "Le Don Quixote, " where he fearlessly critiqued societal norms through humor and wit. In another illustration by Louis Alexandre Gosset de Guines dit Gill titled "Bulletin de santé - Gastronomy cooking eat, " we see how even gastronomy became intertwined with political commentary under Gambetta's watchful eye. On September 4th, 1870 (04/09/1870), history witnessed an extraordinary moment when Gambetta proclaimed the discheance (abdication) of power amidst tumultuous times. This act demonstrated his unwavering commitment to the principles he held dear.