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Framed Print : Leningrad Blood Donor
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Leningrad Blood Donor
A blood donor during the siege
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Media ID 4317641
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1942 Blood Civilian Donor Giving Leningrad Siege
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the powerful and moving "Leningrad Blood Donor" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This poignant image captures the resilience and determination of a blood donor during the historic siege of Leningrad. A poignant reminder of the human spirit's capacity to give and endure, this framed print adds depth and character to any space. The high-quality print is expertly framed, ensuring a stunning presentation that is sure to inspire and captivate. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this evocative and thought-provoking addition to your decor.
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the resilient spirit of the people of Leningrad during the prolonged siege by the German army in 1942. The image shows a determined woman, dressed in a simple cotton blouse and skirt, seated at a makeshift blood donor station. Amidst the chaos and hardships of war, she offers a glimmer of hope and solidarity. The blood donor session was organized by the Soviet Red Cross and the Leningrad City Committee for the Assistance to the Population in Need. The siege of Leningrad, which lasted from September 8, 1941, to January 27, 1944, was one of the longest and most devastating sieges in world history. The city, then known as St. Petersburg, was isolated from the rest of the Soviet Union and subjected to relentless bombing and starvation. The population was forced to endure extreme conditions, with temperatures dropping below freezing and food supplies dwindling. Despite the dire circumstances, the people of Leningrad refused to give up. They formed underground organizations, established soup kitchens, and continued to work in factories to support the war effort. The blood donor session depicted in this photograph is a testament to their unwavering commitment to helping one another and the cause of the Soviet Union. The woman in the photograph gazes intently at the camera, her expression a mix of determination and compassion. Her act of giving blood, a simple yet powerful gesture, serves as a reminder of the human capacity for resilience and solidarity in the face of adversity. This image is an essential piece of historical documentation, capturing a poignant moment in the history of Russia and the Eastern Front during World War II.
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