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Triumph of the Hohenzollerns at Verdun.

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It was stated in a cable from Amsterdam, that, by the Kaiser's direct personal order, issued about three weeks after the first attack on Verdun, to the Court painter, a great historical painting was to be made, called “The Triumph of the Hohenzollerns.” Accordingly the painter, with costumes, horses, models, and a corps of photographers and assistants, mobilized his forces on an eminence overlooking Verdun.

Empty uniforms posed on wooden horses.
Empty uniforms posed on wooden horses.

Triumph of the Hohenzollerns at Verdun.

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