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NAPOLEON: PYRAMIDS, 1798. Battle of the Pyramids, 21 July 1798, between the French
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NAPOLEON: PYRAMIDS, 1798. Battle of the Pyramids, 21 July 1798, between the French
NAPOLEON: PYRAMIDS, 1798.
Battle of the Pyramids, 21 July 1798, between the French army under Napoleon and Mameluk forces
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1798 Army Battle Cavalry Charge Egypt Egyptian Giza Great Pyramid Great Pyramids Horseback July Mamluk Napoleon Napoleon I Napoleonic War North African Pyramid Shoot Sword Unesco World Heritage Site
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NAPOLEON - PYRAMIDS, 1798. Battle of the Pyramids, 21 July 1798, between the French army under Napoleon and Mameluk forces
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. This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the Battle of the Pyramids in 1798. In this intense clash between the French army led by Napoleon and the formidable Mameluk forces, bravery and strategy were put to test. The image showcases an awe-inspiring scene set against the backdrop of Giza's Great Pyramid - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A courageous French cavalryman charges forward on his majestic horse, sword raised high with determination etched across his face. The late afternoon sunlight casts long shadows as he rides fearlessly towards his adversaries. The Egyptian landscape adds to the grandeur of this historic event; its vastness echoing both power and vulnerability. As dust swirls around them, soldiers engage in fierce combat while others take aim from their horseback positions. This photograph is not just a visual spectacle but also a reminder of Napoleon's ambition to conquer new territories during the Napoleonic Wars. It encapsulates both triumph and tragedy as it immortalizes those who fought valiantly on that fateful day. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand one of history's most significant battles - an encounter that shaped nations and left an indelible mark on our collective memory.
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