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Madame Prudhomme, they are reorganizing the army. It is only right that I serve my duty as a Zouave, from 'News of the day,' published in Le Charivari, November 28, 1866

November 28, 1866
Lithograph on newsprint; third state of three (Delteil)
23.6 × 19.3 cm (9.3 × 7.6 in)

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