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Bataille de Smolensk (1812) - The capture of Smolensk on August 18
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Bataille de Smolensk (1812) - The capture of Smolensk on August 18
FIA5396381 Bataille de Smolensk (1812) - The capture of Smolensk on August 18, 1812 - Anonymous - 1812 - Aquatint - 19, 6x24, 6 - Private Collection by Anonymous; Private Collection; Photo eFine Art Images; out of copyright
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Artillery French Invasion Of Russia 1812 Infantry Napoleonic Wars 1804 1815
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This print captures the intense and chaotic scene of the "Bataille de Smolensk (1812) - The capture of Smolensk on August 18". The artwork, created by an anonymous artist in 1812, showcases a pivotal moment during the French invasion of Russia. In this image, we witness a clash between cavalry troops as they engage in fierce combat amidst the city streets. The soldiers are adorned in their uniforms, representing both Russian and French forces. Thick smoke billows from cannon fire, creating an atmosphere of destruction and chaos. The cityscape serves as a haunting backdrop to this historic battle scene. Amidst the turmoil, we catch glimpses of architectural marvels that now lay in ruins due to war's ravages. A sense of despair hangs heavy in the air as flames engulf parts of buildings nearby. This aquatint engraving not only captures the brutality and violence inherent in warfare but also highlights its impact on innocent civilians caught up in these conflicts. It stands as a testament to the horrors faced by those who lived through such tumultuous times. As we gaze upon this powerful artwork from Bridgeman Images' private collection, it serves as a reminder of our shared history and humanity's capacity for both triumph and tragedy within times of war.
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