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The Military Triumph at Berlin: unveiling the statue of King Frederick William III., 1871. Creator: C. R..

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The Military Triumph at Berlin: unveiling the statue of King Frederick William III., 1871. Celebrating German victory in the Franco-Prussian War. 'The Emperor, having taken up his position at the Blücher statue in the Opern-Platz, allowed the whole body of troops to march past him, returning all their salutes. After this his Majesty proceeded, with the Princes, Ministers of State, Generals, civic dignitaries, and clergy, to witness the unveiling of an equestrian statue of his father, King Frederick William III., in a square adjoining the Opern-Platz, fronting the Schloss. This ceremony was accompanied with a prayer by the Chaplain-General and a hymn sung by the cathedral choir. Its conclusion was greeted by a salute of cannon and the ringing of church bells'. From "Illustrated London News", 1871.

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23,3Mo (1,9Mo) / 27,8cm x 21,0cm / 3284 x 2485 (300dpi)

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