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The retaking of Frankfurt by the Prussians, 2nd December 1792 (coloured engraving)
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The retaking of Frankfurt by the Prussians, 2nd December 1792 (coloured engraving)
XIR315986 The retaking of Frankfurt by the Prussians, 2nd December 1792 (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: during the French Revolutionary War, General Custine (1740-93) occupied Frankfurt in October 1792 and in December of that year the city was retaken; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 22664794
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Capturing German City Roundel French Revolution Prussia Prussian
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The Retaking of Frankfurt by the Prussians, 2nd December 1792 - A Glimpse into the Turmoil of the French Revolutionary War
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. This coloured engraving, created by an anonymous French artist in the 18th century, transports us back to a pivotal moment during the French Revolutionary War. The scene depicts General Custine's occupation of Frankfurt in October 1792 and its subsequent retaking by Prussian forces just two months later. In this dramatic composition, we witness a fierce clash between soldiers from both sides on a battlefield strewn with chaos. The intensity of their confrontation is palpable as they fight for control over this German city. Each soldier exudes determination and courage as they engage in hand-to-hand combat. The roundel format adds a sense of focus to the central action while also emphasizing the circular nature of war itself – an unending cycle where one victory leads to another defeat and vice versa. As we delve deeper into this historical print, it becomes clear that it not only captures a specific military event but also symbolizes broader themes such as conflict, power struggles, and national pride. It serves as a reminder that throughout history, nations have fought fiercely for control over territories and ideologies. Preserved within the Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, France, this artwork offers us an invaluable glimpse into one chapter of European history – reminding us how past conflicts shape our present realities.
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