Tragic Retreat

Tragic Retreat. The Bourbaki Panorama, located at Löwenplatz, showcases a massive cylindrical painting depicting the tragic retreat of the French Army in 1871.…

Location: Bourbaki Panorama, Lucerne, Switzerland

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The Bourbaki Panorama, located at Löwenplatz, showcases a massive cylindrical painting depicting the tragic retreat of the French Army in 1871. The painting, created by Édouard Castres, highlights the humanitarian efforts of the Red Cross during this event. Over 87,000 soldiers, 11,800 horses, and 285 cannons crossed the border into Switzerland, with 1,700 soldiers dying during their internment.

Source: Panorama Bourbaki

Tragic Retreat — Lucerne, Canton of Zurich

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