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CARTOON: GORBACHEV, 1991. Cartoon comment on the fragmentation of the Soviet Union

CARTOON: GORBACHEV, 1991. Cartoon comment on the fragmentation of the Soviet Union


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CARTOON: GORBACHEV, 1991. Cartoon comment on the fragmentation of the Soviet Union

CARTOON: GORBACHEV, 1991.
Cartoon comment on the fragmentation of the Soviet Union; Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev looks upon a shattered hammer and sickle, representing growing separatist movements throughout the USSR. Cartoon by Edmund Valtman, 31 August 1991

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1991 August Cold War Collapse Dissolution Edmund Fall Hammer Hartford Times Leader Mikhail Political Sickle Soviet Soviet Union Symbol Ussr Valtman Gorbachev


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This print captures a powerful political commentary on the disintegration of the Soviet Union in 1991. The cartoon, created by Edmund Valtman and published in the Hartford Times, depicts Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev observing a shattered hammer and sickle symbolizing the growing separatist movements throughout the USSR. The image serves as a visual representation of the collapse and dissolution of one of history's most significant superpowers. As Gorbachev gazes upon the broken emblem, it becomes evident that even he cannot prevent or mend the fractures within his nation. Valtman's artwork reflects not only the end of an era but also highlights how internal divisions ultimately led to this downfall. The hammer and sickle, once representing unity and strength, now lie fragmented – mirroring both physical separation between republics seeking independence and ideological differences tearing apart a once-unified state. By capturing this pivotal moment in history through artistry, Valtman offers viewers a glimpse into the complex political landscape during this late stage of Cold War tensions. This thought-provoking image reminds us that even seemingly unbreakable systems can crumble under pressure when faced with internal strife. Granger Art on Demand presents this remarkable print from their collection as an opportunity for reflection on historical events that shaped our world today.

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