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Aurora Cruiser
A blank shot fired from the guns of the cruiser Aurora is the signal for the storming of the Winter Palace, and the overthrow of Kerenskys provisional govt
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Aurora Blank Cruiser Fired Govt Guns Kerenskys Overthrow Provisional Revolution Shot Signal Storming
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning "Aurora Cruiser" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image captures the historic moment as a blank shot is fired from the guns of the cruiser Aurora, signaling the storming of the Winter Palace and the overthrow of Kerensky's provisional government during the Russian Revolution. Each framed print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials and fine attention to detail, ensuring a beautiful and lasting addition to your home or office. Relive history with this captivating piece and celebrate the power of this pivotal moment in world history.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historic photograph captures the moment of no return in the Russian Revolution of 1917. The image depicts the Aurora Cruiser, anchored in the Neva River, St. Petersburg, with a blank shot fired from its guns. This signal marked the beginning of the storming of the Winter Palace, the seat of power for the Kerensky Provisional Government. The Russian Revolution, which lasted from February to October 1917, was a period of political upheaval and social unrest in Russia. Following the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II in March 1917, a provisional government was established under the leadership of Alexander Kerensky. However, the new government failed to address the economic and social issues that had led to the revolution, and discontent continued to grow. On the night of October 24-25, 1917, the Bolsheviks, led by Vladimir Lenin, launched a coordinated attack on key government buildings in St. Petersburg. The storming of the Winter Palace, the symbol of the old regime, was the most dramatic and iconic event of the revolution. The Aurora Cruiser, under the command of Captain Shchastny, played a crucial role in the revolution. The blank shot fired from its guns was a signal for the Bolsheviks to begin their assault on the palace. The successful takeover of the Winter Palace marked the end of the Kerensky Provisional Government and the beginning of the Bolshevik rule in Russia. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the pivotal moment in Russian history when the balance of power shifted, and a new era began. The Aurora Cruiser, with its guns blazing, stands as a symbol of the revolutionary spirit that swept through Russia in 1917, leading to the establishment of the Soviet Union.
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