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RUSSIA: SIBERIA, 1882. Russian criminals on a march in a snowstorm. Wood engraving, English, 1882
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RUSSIA: SIBERIA, 1882. Russian criminals on a march in a snowstorm. Wood engraving, English, 1882
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1882 Bayonet Blizzard Criminal Exile Guard Gulag Marching Mitten Musket Over Coat Police Post Prisoner Punishment Rifle Russian Siberia Siberian Snow Walk Wind Winter
RUSSIA - SIBERIA, 1882 - A Glimpse into the Harsh Reality of Russian Criminals in Exile
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. This wood engraving from 1882 takes us back to the unforgiving winter of Siberia, where a group of Russian criminals trudge through a relentless snowstorm. The image captures the essence of their arduous march, highlighting their struggle against nature's wrath. Bundled up in heavy overcoats and hats, these prisoners endure freezing temperatures as they walk under the watchful eyes of guards armed with rifles and bayonets. The biting wind whips at their faces while mittens provide some respite from the harsh elements. Each step forward is a testament to their resilience amidst this blizzard. The engraving offers a glimpse into an era when exile was considered one of the harshest forms of punishment for criminals in Russia. These men are on a forced journey towards distant Siberian outposts, where they will face years or even lifetimes behind bars. As we contemplate this scene frozen in time, it serves as a reminder that justice can be both cruel and unyielding. This print transports us to an era long gone but leaves an indelible impression about human endurance and survival against all odds.
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