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The Farm La Belle Alliance - Waterloo, Belgium
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The Farm La Belle Alliance - Waterloo, Belgium
The Farm La Belle Alliance - Waterloo, Belgium - made famous by the meeting here between Blucher and Wellington on the evening following the Battle of Waterloo, 1815. Date: circa 1910s
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1815 Alliance Belgian Belle Farmhouse Generals Jul16 Meeting Napoleonic Wars Waterloo Wellington
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This photograph print transports us back in time to The Farm La Belle Alliance in Waterloo, Belgium, circa 1910s. The Farm La Belle Alliance, a quaint and picturesque farmhouse, has earned its place in history as the site of a pivotal moment during the Napoleonic Wars. On the evening following the Battle of Waterloo, on July 16, 1815, the farm served as the backdrop for a significant meeting between two legendary military figures: Field Marshal Blücher of the Prussian Army and the Duke of Wellington of the British Army. The encounter marked the formal alliance between the two forces, ultimately leading to the defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte and the end of his reign. The Farm La Belle Alliance, nestled amidst the lush Belgian countryside, stands proudly in the photograph, its red-tiled roof and whitewashed walls a testament to the enduring charm of the region. The meeting between Blücher and Wellington took place in the farmhouse, which has since been preserved as a historical site and a symbol of the unity and camaraderie that played a crucial role in the outcome of the Battle of Waterloo. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to imagine the momentous events that unfolded within the walls of this unassuming farmhouse in Waterloo, Belgium.
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