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Jigsaw Puzzle : The French enter the city of Moscow, September 1812, (1921). Creator: Unknown
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The French enter the city of Moscow, September 1812, (1921). Creator: Unknown
The French enter the city of Moscow, September 1812, (1921). Entree des Francais dans la ville de Moscou. Emperor Napoleon I enters Moscow with his army, only to find it abandoned and burned by the Russians. Anonymous engraving of the period. From " Napoleon", by Raymond Guyot, [H. Floury, Paris, 1921]
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Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Step back in time with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. This intricately detailed puzzle depicts a historic moment in world history: The French enter the city of Moscow, September 1812. Witness the grandeur of Emperor Napoleon I as he leads his army into the city gates, captured in this stunning, vintage image from 1921. Engage in a rewarding puzzle experience and bring this piece of history to life in your home. Unknown creator, Heritage Images.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
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The French Enter Moscow - A Glimpse into Napoleon's Ill-Fated Invasion
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. This photo print, titled "The French enter the city of Moscow, September 1812" offers a poignant visual representation of one of history's most infamous military campaigns. Taken in 1921 by an unknown creator, this anonymous engraving depicts Emperor Napoleon I leading his army as they march triumphantly into the Russian capital. However, what makes this image truly significant is the stark contrast between expectation and reality. As Napoleon enters Moscow with his Grande Armée, he is met not with victory but with desolation. The once majestic city lies abandoned and engulfed in flames - a deliberate act by the retreating Russians to deny their enemy any spoils. Intriguingly captured from Raymond Guyot's book "Napoleon" published by H. Floury in Paris during the early 20th century, this print serves as a haunting reminder of the consequences that befall those who underestimate their adversaries. It symbolizes both the audacity of Napoleon's ambition and the ultimate failure of his invasion. Through its composition and historical significance, this photograph invites viewers to reflect on themes such as power dynamics, warfare strategies, and human resilience amidst adversity. It transports us back to a pivotal moment in time when empires clashed on Russian soil. As we gaze upon this image today, it serves as a testament to history's ability to capture moments that forever shape our understanding of past events.
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