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Photographic Print : American National Exhibition, Moscow, USSR, 1959
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American National Exhibition, Moscow, USSR, 1959
American National Exhibition, Moscow, USSR, 1959. Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev (1894-1971) samples a cup of Pepsi-Cola watched by US Vice-President Ricard Nixon (1913-1994) and Pepsi Co Chairman Donald M Kendall (1921-). The exhibition, which followed a Soviet exhibition staged in New York earlier the same year, was ostensibly staged to improve relationships between the Cold War rivals, but its exhibits were intended to showcase the superior lifestyle enjoyed by capitalist America compared to Communist Russia
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1950s Capitalism Cold War Communism Communist Drinking Fifties Khrushchev Leader Nikita Nikita Khrushchev Nixon Pepsi Pepsi Cola Republican Richard Richard M Nixon Richard Millhouse Nixon Richard Nixon Rival Rivalry Soviet Soviet Union Tasting Union Of Soviet Socialist Republics Ussr Vice President Kendall
10"x10" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse photographic print of the American National Exhibition in Moscow, USSR, 1959. Witness the historic moment as Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev samples a cup of Pepsi-Cola, with US Vice-President Richard Nixon looking on. This iconic image, captured by Heritage Images, is a must-have for history buffs and collectors. Relive the Cold War era with this stunning, high-quality print that brings history to life.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
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In this photograph taken at the American National Exhibition in Moscow, USSR, in 1959, we witness a moment that symbolizes the complex dynamics of Cold War politics. Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev is seen sampling a cup of Pepsi-Cola while being watched by US Vice-President Richard Nixon and Pepsi Co Chairman Donald M Kendall. The exhibition aimed to improve relations between the two rival nations but also served as a platform to showcase the contrasting lifestyles of capitalist America and Communist Russia. Khrushchev's act of tasting an iconic American beverage like Pepsi-Cola reflects his curiosity about Western culture amidst the backdrop of political rivalry. Nixon's presence highlights the significance placed on this event by both nations, with hopes for détente lingering in their minds. The photo captures not only political figures engaging in diplomatic gestures but also represents larger themes such as capitalism versus communism and East-West tensions during that era. It serves as a reminder that even amid ideological differences, shared experiences can bridge gaps between adversaries. This monochrome image freezes a pivotal moment in history when leaders from opposing sides momentarily set aside their differences to explore common ground through something as simple as enjoying a drink together. It encapsulates an important chapter in 20th-century politics and stands as a testament to diplomacy's potential impact on international relations.
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