Jigsaw Puzzle : Aurora Cruiser
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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
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Experience history in a whole new way with Media Storehouse's Jigsaw Puzzles. Our latest addition to the collection is the captivating "Aurora Cruiser" image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the pivotal moment in Russian history as a blank shot from the cruiser Aurora signifies the start of the storming of the Winter Palace, leading to the overthrow of Kerensky's provisional government. Challenge yourself and your family with this intriguing jigsaw puzzle, perfect for history enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike. Bring the past to life one piece at a time with Media Storehouse.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.5cm (20" x 15.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) 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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