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The Verdict of the Zola Affair, illustration from Le Petit Journal
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The Verdict of the Zola Affair, illustration from Le Petit Journal
STC415965 The Verdict of the Zola Affair, illustration from Le Petit Journal: Supplement illustre, 6th March 1898 (litho) by Meaulle, F.L. (1844-1901) & Tofani, Oswaldo (1849-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: L affaire Zola: le verdict; Emile Zola (1840-1902), found guilty of criminal libel after publishing a defence of Captain Dreyfus, a French army officer accused of communicating French secrets to the Germans; ); The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22675348
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Condemned Courthouse Courts Dreyfus Affair Jury Legal Media Outcome
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The Verdict of the Zola Affair - A Defining Moment in French History
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. This print captures a pivotal moment in French history, depicting "The Verdict of the Zola Affair". The illustration, originally published in Le Petit Journal on March 6th, 1898, showcases the intense atmosphere surrounding Emile Zola's trial. At the center of this powerful image is Emile Zola himself, a renowned writer who found himself accused of criminal libel after publishing a passionate defense of Captain Dreyfus. This infamous case shook France to its core as it revolved around allegations that Dreyfus had leaked classified information to Germany. The courtroom is filled with an array of emotions - tension and anticipation palpable among spectators and journalists alike. The media frenzy surrounding this high-profile trial is evident from the sea of press representatives capturing every detail for their newspapers. As we gaze upon this historical scene frozen in time, one can almost feel the weighty decision being handed down by the jury. The outcome would not only determine Zola's fate but also have far-reaching implications for justice and freedom within France. This engraving serves as a poignant reminder of how law and public opinion intertwine during times when truth hangs precariously in balance. It encapsulates both condemnation and admiration for those involved while immortalizing a critical chapter in legal history that forever changed France's social fabric.
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