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RESCUED FROM THE SEINE
Antoine Ravignat, Adj. Major of the 3rd regiment of Hussars drowns in the Seine rescuing fellow officer and then trying to save the manservant as well Date: 1803
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1803 Accidents Antoine Bravery Drowning Drowns Fellow Hussars Major Manservant Onlookers Regiment Rescue Rescued Rescuing Save Seine Swimming
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is a poignant and heroic image captured by an unknown photographer in 1803, depicting the final moments of Adj. Major Antoine Ravignat of the 3rd Regiment of Hussars. The photograph shows Major Ravignat, dressed in full military regalia, valiantly attempting to save both his fellow officer and manservant who had fallen into the treacherous waters of the Seine. The scene unfolds as onlookers gather on the banks of the river, their faces etched with concern and awe. Major Ravignat, undeterred by the cold water and the danger it poses, swims towards the struggling figures with unwavering determination. His fellow officer, already in the grasp of the river, reaches out for the Major's hand, while the manservant clings to a tree branch, his eyes pleading for help. Despite the risks, Major Ravignat manages to save his officer, but as he turns his attention to the manservant, the current proves too strong. The Major's bravery is evident as he continues to fight against the water, his arms straining as he tries to reach the manservant. Tragically, he is unable to save him, and both the manservant and Major Ravignat succumb to the Seine's unforgiving embrace. This powerful image serves as a testament to the human spirit and the lengths one will go to save another. The heroism of Major Ravignat and the desperation of those he tried to save are palpable, making "Rescued from the Seine" a poignant and moving reminder of the sacrifices made in the name of compassion and duty.
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