Lot 374
France - Napoleon I (1804-1814), The Canal Mons-Conde (1813) (Silver, 38.69 gr, 40.50 mm). Julius 2737. Extremely Fine, Traces of old cleaning, minor edge nick.
The Canal Mons-Conde was indeed constructed during the time of Napoleon Bonaparte's rule in France, and it was completed in 1813. The canal was part of a larger effort by Napoleon to improve transportation and communication infrastructure in France and its neighboring countries, with the ultimate goal of strengthening the French economy and military power.
Napoleon recognized the strategic importance of the region where the canal was to be built, which was rich in natural resources such as coal and textiles. By building the canal, Napoleon sought to connect the industrial centers of northern France with those of Belgium, enabling the efficient transportation of goods between them.
During the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, the Canal Mons-Conde played a significant role in the military strategy of the French army. The canal served as a defensive barrier against the advancing British and allied forces, and it was one of several obstacles that the British had to overcome in order to secure victory in the battle.
Despite the strategic importance of the canal, its construction was not without its challenges. The project faced funding shortages and technical difficulties, including problems with the canal's locks and water supply. However, the canal was ultimately completed on schedule, and it played an important role in the economic and military history of the region during Napoleon's rule.
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