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Russian immigrants, 1890. Creator: Unknown
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Russian immigrants, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Russian immigrants, 1890.
The album "Views of the Yakutsk Region" contains 151 photographs. Subjects include the Lena River shore; various forms of river transport--including boats, rafts, trade barges, and steamships; post offices along the Lena highway, and transport by horse and reindeer. Several of the photographs are signed with the initials "I. P." Irkutsk State University
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Album Buriat Buryat Ethnic Immigrant Immigrants Immigration Irkutsk State University Photographic Position Region Russian Empire Sakha Russia Siberia Siberia Russia Siberian Views Of Yakut Yakutia Yakutsk Sakha Russia Meeting Of Frontiers White And Black
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This photograph, taken in 1890, captures a poignant moment in the lives of Russian immigrants as they embark on a new journey in the Yakutsk Region of Siberia. The image, part of the "Views of the Yakutsk Region" album, showcases the determination and resilience of these individuals as they prepare to leave their old lives behind and start anew. The Lena River shore serves as the backdrop to this scene, with its vast expanse of water reflecting the endless possibilities that await these immigrants. The various forms of transportation in the photograph - boats, rafts, trade barges, and steamships - symbolize the different paths these individuals will take as they navigate their way through this new land. The presence of post offices along the Lena highway and the use of horses and reindeer for transport further underscores the importance of community and adaptation in the face of adversity. The initials I.P. on some of the photographs suggest that they were taken by an individual named I.P., possibly an employee or traveler documenting his journey through this region. This photograph is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and history of the Russian Empire during the 19th century. It offers a glimpse into the lives of immigrants and their experiences as they ventured into the unknown, leaving their old lives behind and embracing the challenges and opportunities of a new land. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the human spirit and the enduring desire to explore and discover new frontiers.
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