Fighting Rue Rivoli
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Fighting Rue Rivoli
Street fighting in the rue de Rivoli between Communards and government forces
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1871 Communards Commune Forces Rivoli
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative print captures the intensity and chaos of the Street Fighting in the Rue de Rivoli during the Paris Commune of 1871. The Paris Commune was a revolutionary government that ruled Paris from March 18 to May 28, 1871, following the Franco-Prussian War. The Communards, as the members of this government were called, sought to establish a socialist and democratic society in France. However, their rule was met with resistance from the French government and the National Assembly, who saw the Commune as a threat to the established order. The Rue de Rivoli, a major thoroughfare in the heart of Paris, became a battleground between the two sides. In this print, government forces, dressed in blue uniforms, can be seen advancing down the street, their weapons at the ready. Communard fighters, dressed in civilian clothing, can be seen firing back from the buildings lining the street. The smoke from gunpowder and the chaos of battle fill the air, as civilians run for cover. The Paris Commune is a significant moment in French history, representing a failed attempt at socialist revolution. The events of May 1871, including the fighting in the Rue de Rivoli, led to widespread destruction and loss of life. The French government's response to the Commune also set the stage for future political tensions and conflicts in France. This print offers a glimpse into the past, providing a visual record of a pivotal moment in French history. It serves as a reminder of the complex and often tumultuous nature of political change and the human cost of conflict.
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