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King Wilhelm and Emperor Napoleon after the Battle of Sedan, 2 September 1870, (1936)
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King Wilhelm and Emperor Napoleon after the Battle of Sedan, 2 September 1870, (1936)
King Wilhelm and Emperor Napoleon after the Battle of Sedan, 2 September 1870, (1936). Konig Wilhelm Und Kaiser Napoleon Nach Der Schlacht Von Sedan, 2 September 1870. Scene from the Franco-Prussian War. French emperor Napoleon III (1808-1873) surrendered the day after the town of Sedan in north-eastern France was surrounded by the Prussian army. Here Napoleon is granted a meeting with Wilhelm I, Emperor of Germany and King of Prussia (1797-1888). From " Bilder Deutscher Geschichte", (Pictures of German History), No.12, cigarette card album. [Cigaretten-Bilderdienst, Altona-Bahrenfeld, Hamburg, Germany, 1936]
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King Wilhelm and Emperor Napoleon - A Historic Meeting after the Battle of Sedan, 2 September 1870
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. This print captures a significant moment in history - the meeting between King Wilhelm I of Germany and Emperor Napoleon III of France after the Battle of Sedan on 2nd September 1870. The scene depicts a pivotal event during the Franco-Prussian War, where French emperor Napoleon III surrendered to the Prussian army. In this powerful image, we witness two formidable leaders coming face-to-face amidst the aftermath of defeat. King Wilhelm I, also known as Emperor Wilhelm I of Germany and King of Prussia, stands tall with an air of authority. His presence exudes strength and victory. Emperor Napoleon III appears solemn yet dignified as he meets his conqueror. The weight of his defeat is evident in his expression but does not diminish his regal bearing. This encounter symbolizes both triumph for one nation and humiliation for another. The photograph's vibrant colors bring life to this historical moment captured by an unknown artist. It serves as a reminder that even in times marked by conflict and strife, there are moments when adversaries must come together to discuss peace or surrender terms. Preserved within "Bilder Deutscher Geschichte" a cigarette card album from 1936, this image offers us a glimpse into an era long past while reminding us that history is shaped by both victories and defeats alike.
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