Photographic Print : Political Prisoners 1933
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Political Prisoners 1933
Political prisoners with raised arms are lined up against a wall at gunpoint and held by the SA
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Media ID 623348
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1933 Arrest Held Lined Prisoners Raised Gunpoint January
10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the powerful and poignant "Political Prisoners 1933" photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library/WEIMA collection, now available as a high-quality print from Media Storehouse. This iconic image captures a chilling moment in history, with political prisoners, their arms raised in defiance, lined up against a wall under the watchful gaze of the SA. This evocative print is not only a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, but also a reminder of the sacrifices made for political beliefs. Bring this historical moment into your home or office as a conversation starter, a source of inspiration, or a reminder of the importance of standing up for what you believe in. Order your "Political Prisoners 1933" print from Media Storehouse today and add a piece of history to your space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.1cm (10" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting image captures the moment of arrest and detention of political prisoners in Germany during the early days of Adolf Hitler's regime in 1933. The SA (Sturmabteilung), the paramilitary wing of the Nazi Party, stands menacingly behind the line of prisoners, their arms raised in submission as they are held at gunpoint against a cold, grey wall. The historical significance of this photograph is immense, as it serves as a stark reminder of the brutal suppression of political dissent and the beginning of the systematic persecution of those deemed enemies of the state. The date is January 1933, a time when the political climate in Germany was rapidly changing. Hitler, who had been appointed Chancellor just a few weeks earlier, was using every opportunity to consolidate power and eliminate opposition. The SA, under the command of Hermann Göring, was at the forefront of this campaign of terror, carrying out raids on the homes and workplaces of known political opponents, often without warrants or due process. The prisoners in this photograph, many of whom were members of the German Communist Party or other left-wing organizations, were likely arrested on trumped-up charges or simply for expressing their political beliefs. They were then transported to concentration camps, where they would endure unspeakable horrors and, for many, ultimately meet their deaths. This image is a powerful testament to the dark chapter of history that was the rise of the Nazi regime in Germany. It serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting individual rights and freedoms, and of the dangers of allowing fear and intolerance to drive political decisions. The raised arms of the prisoners, once a symbol of defiance and resistance, now stand as a chilling reminder of the price paid by those who dared to challenge the status quo.
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