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Revolutionary militia arresting policemen, February 1917 (b / w photo)
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Revolutionary militia arresting policemen, February 1917 (b / w photo)
833381 Revolutionary militia arresting policemen, February 1917 (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; Calmann & King Ltd; Russian, out of copyright
Media ID 22227436
© Calmann & King Ltd / Bridgeman Images
Armed Arrest Arrested Arresting Communism Communist Communists February Leningrad Militia Militias Petersburg Petrograd Police Policeman Policemen Revolutionaries Revolutionary Revolutions Rifles Saint Petersburg St Petersburg Uniformed
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This photograph captures a pivotal moment in history - the arrest of policemen by the revolutionary militia in February 1917. Taken by an anonymous Russian photographer, this powerful image showcases the intense atmosphere of unrest and upheaval during that time. In Saint Petersburg, now known as Petrograd, armed revolutionaries clad in uniforms can be seen apprehending uniformed policemen. The rifles held firmly in their hands symbolize the determination and strength of these revolutionaries who were fighting for change. The composition of the photo highlights the stark contrast between those being arrested and those doing the arresting. It is a visual representation of power shifting from one group to another - from law enforcement to those seeking to overthrow existing systems. This image also serves as a reminder of how revolutions shape nations. In this case, it was Russia undergoing significant political transformation. The presence of communists among both soldiers and militias suggests their influence on these events. As we gaze upon this historic snapshot, we are transported back to that tumultuous period when ideologies clashed, governments fell, and new paths were forged. It is a testament to human resilience and our relentless pursuit for social change. Now part of a private collection but out of copyright restrictions, this photograph continues to serve as an important historical document capturing a critical moment in European history - forever frozen in time through photography's lens.
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