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Relief of Prague by Russians (2 / 6)
Relief of Prague by Russian forces at the end of World War Two. Russian officers march into Wenceslas Square ahead of their tanks, covered in troops and wellwishers. Date: 1945
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1945 Czech Czechoslovakia Entering Forces Marching Parade Peace Prague Tanks Victory Wenceslas Ww 2 Ww Ii
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 12.7cm (7" x 5")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 16.2cm (8" x 6.4")
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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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment of triumph and relief as Russian forces entered Prague at the end of World War Two. The date was May 9, 1945, and the scene is Wenceslas Square, the historic heart of the Czech capital. In the foreground, Russian officers in uniform march confidently through the crowd, their faces a mix of determination and exhaustion. Behind them, tanks roll in, their guns silenced, a symbol of the military might that had finally brought an end to the devastating conflict. The people of Prague, long oppressed by the Nazi occupation, greet the Russian soldiers with a mixture of joy and gratitude. Well-wishers line the streets, waving flags and cheering, their faces reflecting a sense of hope and renewal. The atmosphere is one of jubilation and relief, a testament to the enduring human spirit in the face of adversity. The Relief of Prague was a significant moment in the history of World War Two, marking the liberation of Czechoslovakia from Nazi rule. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by the Russian forces in the name of peace and freedom, and the indomitable spirit of the Czech people in the face of occupation and oppression. The scene in Wenceslas Square on that day in 1945 was a symbol of the end of one chapter in European history and the beginning of another, one marked by hope, renewal, and the promise of a better future.
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