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Cartoon, Paris Commune, 1871
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Cartoon, Paris Commune, 1871
Cartoon, Paris Commune, 1871. The Paris Commune was established when the citizens of Paris, many of them armed National Guards, rebelled against the policies of the conservative government formed after the end of the Franco-Prussian War. The left-wing regime of the Commune held sway in Paris for two months until government troops retook the city in bloody fighting in May 1871. One of the first policies it implemented was to grant a remission of rents accrued during the period of the Prussian siege of Paris. The events of the Commune were an inspiration to Karl Marx as well as later communist leaders including Lenin, Trotsky and Mao
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The print titled "Cartoon, Paris Commune, 1871" captures a pivotal moment in French history. The image depicts the aftermath of the Franco-Prussian War when the citizens of Paris rose up against the conservative government that was formed. Armed National Guards and rebellious Parisians took control of the city for two months, establishing a left-wing regime known as the Paris Commune. In this colorful cartoon, an allegorical figure representing poverty stands amidst a crowd of people. A poor man is portrayed as thirsty and desperate for relief from his suffering. This powerful visual commentary reflects not only the dire conditions faced by many during this period but also highlights their determination to fight for change. The events of the Paris Commune had far-reaching consequences and served as inspiration for future communist leaders such as Karl Marx, Lenin, Trotsky, and Mao. The commune's policies included granting amnesty to those who could not afford rent due to Prussian siege during wartime. This art print serves as a reminder of France's turbulent past and its ongoing struggle with social inequality. It encapsulates both political unrest and resilience within society during this transformative period in nineteenth-century France.
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