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Ruined Stalingrad
The ruins of the city, after its liberation. A sculpture of dancing children survives, though battered, like Stalingrad itself
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1942 Battered Liberation Ruined Stalingrad Survives
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Discover the poignant beauty of history with our Ruined Stalingrad photographic print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the resilience of the human spirit amidst the ruins of a once great city. The sculpture of dancing children, battered but not broken, serves as a symbol of hope and survival. Add this powerful piece to your collection and bring a piece of historical significance into your home or office. Rights Managed through Media Storehouse ensures you're getting the highest quality print and the legal clearance to use it.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.4cm (11" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative image captures the poignant scene of the ruins of Stalingrad, a city once synonymous with the brutalities of war, now standing as a testament to resilience and the indomitable human spirit. The photograph was taken after the city's liberation in 1942, following the devastating Battle of Stalingrad, one of the bloodiest conflicts in human history. The Eastern Front of World War II saw the relentless clash of the German and Soviet forces, leaving the city in ruins. Amidst the desolation, a battered sculpture of dancing children emerges as a beacon of hope. The sculpture, though damaged, mirrors the resilience of Stalingrad itself, which rose from the ashes of destruction to become a symbol of victory and survival. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring human capacity to find joy and beauty in the midst of despair. Stalingrad, located on the western shores of the Volga River in present-day Russia, was a vital strategic point during the war. The battle raged from August 1942 to February 1943, resulting in the deaths of over one million soldiers and civilians. The city's liberation marked a turning point in the war, with the Soviet forces regaining the initiative and eventually defeating the German army. This photograph, with its poignant juxtaposition of destruction and hope, offers a glimpse into the complex and often contradictory nature of war and its impact on the human experience. It serves as a powerful reminder of the past, a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, and a call to cherish the beauty and joy that can be found even in the darkest of times.
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