Photographic Print : Doumer Assassinated
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Doumer Assassinated
Paul Doumer, elected President in 1931, is assassinated by Gorgoulov, a White Russian
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1931 1932 Assassinated Elected Intrusive Press Privacy Doumer
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Doumer Assassinated" photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, sourced from the extensive archive at Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image chronicles a pivotal moment in history as Paul Doumer, the French statesman and politician who was elected President in 1931, is fatally shot by Georges Gorgoulov, a White Russian, in the French National Assembly in 1932. This powerful photograph encapsulates the raw emotion and tension of the scene, providing a fascinating glimpse into the past. Order your high-quality photographic print today and bring history into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the moment of tragedy as Paul Doumer, the newly elected President of France in 1931, is assassinated by a White Russian named Paul Gorgoulov on the steps of the Paris Opera House on February 6, 1932. The privacy of the President was invaded as the press eagerly documented the unfolding events, their cameras flashing in the chaotic scene. Doumer, a prominent French colonial administrator and politician, had only assumed the presidency a few months prior, succeeding the controversial Gaston Doumergue. His election was met with hope and optimism, as he was seen as a stabilizing figure in the tumultuous political climate of the time. However, this optimism was short-lived as Doumer was attacked while attending the opera with his wife. Gorgoulov, a Russian emigrant and former Bolshevik, had a long history of mental instability and a deep-seated grudge against the French government. He had previously attempted to assassinate Doumer in 1931, but was unsuccessful. In this image, Doumer is seen slumping over in his seat, a pool of blood forming at his feet. Gorgoulov, wearing a fur hat and holding a revolver, stands over him, a look of determination etched on his face. The opera house, once a symbol of French culture and sophistication, is now a backdrop to this shocking and violent event. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the intrusive nature of the press and the unpredictability of history. It also serves as a reminder of the human cost of political instability and the fragility of peace and security in the early 20th century.
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