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Stalins propaganda poster. Second Soviet Occupation. Latvia
Propaganda poster: New voters!. Only Stalins Constitution has givin you the power to vote. Long live Stalins Constitution!. Second Soviet Occupation 1944-1991. Occupation Museum of Latvia. Riga
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Baltic Communist Constitution Latvia Latvian Occupation Propaganda Region Republics Riga Second Soviet Stalin Ussr Vote Stalinism Stalinist
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the power of historical propaganda with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating Stalins propaganda poster from the Second Soviet Occupation of Latvia (1944-1991). This authentic print, sourced from the Occupation Museum of Latvia in Riga and rights-managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the iconic image of "New voters!" with the compelling message, "Only Stalins Constitution has given you the power to vote. Long live Stalins Constitution!" This fine art print is not just a decorative piece, but a window into history, offering a unique perspective on a significant period in Latvia's past. Add this powerful piece to your collection and bring a piece of historical significance into your home or office.
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Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
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This powerful propaganda poster from the Second Soviet Occupation of Latvia (1944-1991) serves as a poignant reminder of the communist regime's attempts to manipulate the population through deception and control. The image, titled "New voters!," features a determined and hopeful woman, dressed in traditional Latvian attire, proudly holding up her ballot paper. The text above her head reads, "Only Stalins Constitution has given you the power to vote," while the text below the image declares, "Long live Stalins Constitution!" The Second Soviet Occupation marked a dark period in the history of the Baltic Republics, including Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania. The Soviet Union, under the leadership of Joseph Stalin, sought to erase the cultural and political identities of these nations, imposing its own ideology and institutions. The adoption of a new Soviet Constitution in 1936 was a crucial part of this process, as it granted Soviet citizens the right to vote, while also consolidating the power of the Communist Party. This propaganda poster, now housed in the Occupation Museum of Latvia in Riga, is a testament to the complex and often contradictory nature of Stalinist rule. On the one hand, the promise of democratic rights and representation was used to gain popular support. On the other hand, the reality of Soviet rule was characterized by repression, censorship, and the suppression of dissent. As we reflect on the history of the 20th century and the various political ideologies that have shaped our world, it is essential to remember the lessons of the past and the importance of protecting individual rights and freedoms. This propaganda poster serves as a reminder of the power of manipulation and the dangers of authoritarian rule.
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