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Jean Victor Moreau (1761-1813) French Revolutionary soldier. Rejected dictatorship
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Date: 29th March 2014
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Jean Victor Moreau (1761-1813) French Revolutionary soldier. Rejected dictatorship
Jean Victor Moreau (1761-1813) French Revolutionary soldier. Rejected dictatorship but supported Napoleons coup d etat. Having been exiled: joined Russian service and was fatally wounded at the Battle of Dresden. Lithograph c1830
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Battle C1830 Coup Dresden Etat Jean Joined Lithograph Moreau Napoleon Rejected Revolutionary Russian Service Soldier Supported Victor Wounded Dictatorship Exiled Fatally
EDITORS COMMENTS
This lithograph from 1830 showcases the remarkable Jean Victor Moreau, a renowned French Revolutionary soldier whose legacy is intertwined with both triumph and tragedy. Born in 1761, Moreau's unwavering commitment to his ideals led him to reject dictatorship during the tumultuous times of the revolution. However, he later found himself supporting Napoleon Bonaparte's coup d'état. Despite his initial support for Napoleon, fate dealt Moreau a cruel hand as he was exiled from France. Undeterred by this setback, he joined the Russian service in an effort to continue fighting for what he believed in. Tragically, it was on the battlefield at Dresden where Moreau met his untimely end. This lithograph captures Moreau's stoic presence and offers a glimpse into his complex journey as a revolutionary soldier. The artist masterfully portrays the determination etched upon his face, hinting at both the hardships endured and victories achieved throughout his life. As we admire this historical artifact from Universal Images Group (UIG), let us remember that behind every great figure lies a story of sacrifice and resilience. Jean Victor Moreau may have been fatally wounded on that fateful day in Dresden, but his unwavering spirit lives on through this timeless print - forever reminding us of one man's fight for freedom amidst turbulent times in French history.
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