Poster Print : Communist Youth labour camp, Yugoslavia
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Communist Youth labour camp, Yugoslavia
Boys and girls taking part in a Communist Youth labour camp in former Yugoslavia. They were working on a river project. Date: 1963
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Media ID 14343894
© Mary Evans Picture Library/DAVID LEWIS HODGSON
Activities Activity Camps Communism Communist Digging Labour Manual Project Soil Teamwork Teenage Teenager Teenagers Wheelbarrow Wheelbarrows Youth Yugoslavia
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This powerful image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to a Communist Youth labour camp in former Yugoslavia during the 1960s. Witness the determination and camaraderie of the boys and girls as they work together on a river project. A fascinating glimpse into history, this poster print makes a unique and thought-provoking addition to any room. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, a group of energetic teenage boys and girls are seen working together at a Communist Youth labour camp in former Yugoslavia during the summer of 1963. The scene unfolds on the banks of a river, where the young participants are engaged in a manual labor project, digging and moving soil with wheelbarrows. Their determined expressions and focused demeanor reveal their dedication to the task at hand. The Communist Youth labour camps were an integral part of the socialist education system in Yugoslavia, aimed at instilling a sense of discipline, teamwork, and hard work in the country's youth. The camps provided opportunities for young people to engage in various activities, from agricultural work to construction projects, and were an essential component of the broader socialist ideology of self-reliance and community building. The photograph captures the essence of summer camp life, with the sun casting long shadows over the riverbank and the verdant foliage in the background. The boys and girls work in unison, with the girls in the foreground expertly maneuvering wheelbarrows filled with soil, while the boys shovel and dig. Their uniforms, consisting of simple, practical clothing, underscore the communal spirit of the camp and the shared commitment to the collective good. This image is a poignant reminder of a time when youth labor camps played a significant role in shaping the lives of young people, fostering a sense of camaraderie, resilience, and a strong work ethic. It also serves as a testament to the enduring power of collective action and the transformative potential of communal experiences.
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