Dissidents Collection

Police raid on a Nihilist printing press in St Petersburg approx
5306958 Police raid on a Nihilist printing press in St Petersburg approx; (add.info.: Police raid on a Nihilist printing press in St Petersburg approx. 1880)

Tsarist police and security forces raid homes of political dissidents in St Petersburg
5307032 Tsarist police and security forces raid homes of political dissidents in St Petersburg; (add.info.: Tsarist police and security forces raid homes of political dissidents in St Petersburg)

Portrait of Pierre Valdes (Peter Waldo) (1140-1205) (engraving)
1762713 Portrait of Pierre Valdes (Peter Waldo) (1140-1205) (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peter Waldo, Valdo, Valdes, or Waldes (c. 1140 - c)

War Protesters, Washington DC, c. 1940 (b/w photo)
3964007 War Protesters, Washington DC, c.1940 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection

Lord Cobham at a Lollard Preaching, illustration from
619660 Lord Cobham at a Lollard Preaching, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Lollards making abjuration of their faith, illustration from
619667 Lollards making abjuration of their faith, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Children at the White House appealing to the President for the release of political
3616025 Children at the White House appealing to the President for the release of political prisoners, 1922 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Convoy of deported Russian political prisoners in transit to exile in Siberia
473614 Convoy of deported Russian political prisoners in transit to exile in Siberia, illustration from La Tribuna Illustrata magazine, August 4, 1907 (colour litho) by Beltrame

Catherine & Kirghiz
Following Pugatchevs rebellion, Catherine determines to deal harshly with dissidents : she confronts the Kirghiz and strengthens serfdom. Date: circa 1776

Coup: after Clearing
The boulevard Montmartre after troops supporting Napoleon have cleared the streets of Republicans and other dissidents

Coup: Dissidents
Dissidents are despatched from Brest to French prisons in South America

PRISONERS
Activists against the new regime are arrested and imprisoned; with the nation divided on the best form of government, there is no lack of dissidents

Women in Red Parade
Women are prominent in a parade by dissidents on the Nevski Prospekt, Petrograd

The Old Boys
The old boys, upholders of law and order, send in the police and the army to deal with unwelcome dissidents who preseume to question their authority

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"Dissidents: Voices that Challenge the Status Quo" In a world where conformity often reigns, dissidents emerge as beacons of change and defiance, and are individuals who dare to question authority, challenge oppressive systems, and fight for justice. From ancient times to modern-day struggles, their stories echo through history. One such figure is Pierre Valdes (Peter Waldo), whose portrait captures his unwavering spirit during the 12th century. He stood against religious dogma, advocating for a more personal connection with God. His beliefs inspired countless others to question established norms. Centuries later, war protesters gathered in Washington DC in the 1940s. Their black-and-white photo depicts a united front against violence and injustice. These brave souls demanded peace amidst chaos and called for an end to bloodshed. The colored engravings depicting The Massacre of the Vaudois reveal another dark chapter in dissenting voices' struggle for freedom. In both 1545 and later instances during Easter of 1655, Waldensian women faced execution due to their faith's divergence from mainstream doctrine. Similarly, Henry V's attack on Lollard Conventicle exemplifies how those challenging religious orthodoxy were met with hostility throughout history. James Aitken Wylie's engraving immortalizes this pivotal moment when Lord Cobham bravely preached his beliefs despite persecution. Yet not all forms of dissent involve religion or spirituality alone; political it also play a crucial role in shaping societies worldwide. Children appealing at the White House symbolize hope as they seek release for political prisoners unjustly detained—a reminder that even innocence recognizes injustice. The convoy transporting Russian political prisoners exiled in Siberia showcases yet another form of resistance against oppressive regimes—individuals unwilling to surrender their ideals silently but instead fighting back through resilience and unity. In these glimpses into history captured by engravings and photographs alike, we witness humanity's unwavering spirit.