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Battle of Montereau, France, 18th February 1814 (1882-1884). Artist: A Gerard
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Battle of Montereau, France, 18th February 1814 (1882-1884). Artist: A Gerard
Battle of Montereau, France, 18th February 1814 (1882-1884). Napoleon defeated an Austrian and Wurttemberg army at Montereau-Faut-Yonne, south-east of Paris, stopping their advance on the city. A print from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles, Volume IV, F Roy editor, A Challamel, Saint-Antoine, 1882-1884
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This print captures the intensity of the Battle of Montereau, France, which took place on February 18th, 1814. The artist A Gerard skillfully depicts the moment when Napoleon Bonaparte's army successfully defeated an Austrian and Wurttemberg force at Montereau-Faut-Yonne, preventing their advance towards Paris. In this scene, we see a chaotic battlefield with soldiers engaged in fierce combat. The river Seine flows ominously in the background, adding to the dramatic atmosphere. Horses gallop across the bridge while cannons are fired relentlessly. The casualties are evident as fallen soldiers lie scattered throughout the landscape. Napoleon Bonaparte himself is not depicted prominently in this print but his strategic brilliance is felt through his army's resounding victory against formidable opponents. This battle marked a significant turning point in the Napoleonic Wars and solidified Napoleon's reputation as a military genius. The monochrome engraving adds depth and texture to this historical image from La France et les Francais a Travers les Siecles. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by both French and German troops during this tumultuous period of European history. This print transports us back to that fateful day in 1814 when Napoleon emerged triumphant on French soil once again. It stands as a testament to courage, determination, and ultimately victory amidst one of history's most turbulent conflicts.
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