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Cossacks and crowds during Revolution, Petrograd, Russia
Cossacks on horseback in the Nevski Prospekt, Petrograd (St Petersburg), during the Revolutionary period in Russia, keeping an eye on armed Kronstadt sailors and Bolshevik troops in an attempt to maintain order. Date: circa 1917
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12"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the stunning "Cossacks and crowds during Revolution, Petrograd, Russia" photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Historical Prints. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the tense atmosphere of the Revolutionary period in Russia. Cossacks on horseback patrol Nevski Prospekt, keeping a watchful eye on the armed Kronstadt sailors in the crowd. This rights-managed print offers a unique glimpse into history, bringing the past to life with its intriguing details and rich storytelling. Add this captivating piece of history to your collection and transport yourself back in time.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 19.3cm (12" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Amidst the chaotic backdrop of the Russian Revolution in 1917, this evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in Petrograd's (now St. Petersburg) Nevski Prospekt. The image portrays a group of Cossacks on horseback, their stern faces scanning the crowd for any signs of unrest. The Cossacks, renowned for their military prowess and loyalty to the Tsar, were called upon to maintain order during this tumultuous period. In the foreground, an anxious crowd gathers, a mix of armed Kronstadt sailors and Bolshevik troops. The sailors, having played a significant role in the February Revolution that ousted Tsar Nicholas II, now found themselves on opposing sides of the conflict. The Bolsheviks, led by Vladimir Lenin, were determined to seize power and establish a communist government. The buildings lining the Nevski Prospekt, once symbols of the Tsarist regime's grandeur, now stand as silent witnesses to the political upheaval. The large gathering in the street represents the Russian people, caught in the crossfire of competing revolutionary factions. The tension in the air is palpable, as the fate of the Russian Empire hangs in the balance. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the tumultuous events that unfolded in Russia during the waning days of World War I and the dawn of the Revolution. The image encapsulates the uncertainty, fear, and determination that defined this pivotal moment in world history.
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