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Victoria and Albert collected photographs that documented the political and military events that defined a period of global expansion

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General Louis Jules Trochu (1815-96)

1854-6

Albumen print | 20.3 x 15.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2500036

Photograph of General Louis Jules Trochu standing with his right hand on his hip and his head turned slightly to the left. He is wearing military uniform with epaulets, long leather boots and insignia. He is holding a cap in his right hand and a sword in his left.

General Louis Jules Trochu started his military career in Algeria before serving in the Crimean War. He went on to have a distinguished military and political career.

  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

  • 20.3 x 15.7 cm (image)

    29.6 x 23.1 cm (page dimensions)

  • General Louis Joseph Trochu, Commander of Brigade of Light Infantry, c.1855 [in Crimean Officers' Portraits, 1854 - 1856]

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria

  • Subject(s)
    • Social sciences
      • Military affairs
        • Generals
        • Wars, Campaigns & Battles
          • Wars
            • Wars of the nineteenth century
              • Crimean War (1853-1856)
    • Science, Medicine and Technology
      • Industries, Crafts and Trades
        • Clothing
          • Costume
            • Uniforms
              • Military uniforms
    • Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
      • Plastic arts
        • Numismatics
          • Medals
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