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Cossacks terrorising a Korean village, Russo-Japanese War, 1904
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Cossacks terrorising a Korean village, Russo-Japanese War, 1904
Cossacks terrorising a Korean village, Russo-Japanese War, 1904. A marauding band of mounted Russian Cossack troops charging down a snowy street, terrorising the inhabitants and their livestock. From Le Petit Journal. (Paris, 27 March 1904)
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Cossacks Terrorising a Korean Village, Russo-Japanese War, 1904
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. In this print from the early 20th century, we are transported to a snowy street in a Korean village during the Russo-Japanese War. The image captures the chilling moment when a marauding band of mounted Russian Cossack troops charges down the lane, instilling fear and terrorizing both the villagers and their livestock. The scene is filled with elements that evoke an atmosphere of violence and chaos. The soldiers, dressed in military uniforms and armed with swords and lances, gallop through the wintry weather on their powerful horses. Their presence signifies not only warfare but also poverty as they ruthlessly exploit the vulnerable peasants. As we observe closely, we notice civilians fleeing for safety while geese scatter in panic and ducks take flight overhead. Even pigs seem to be running for cover amidst this terrifying display of power. Buildings stand witness to this harrowing event; houses become mere backdrops against which these acts of aggression unfold. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of how war can ravage innocent lives and disrupt peaceful communities. It encapsulates both the brutality inflicted upon people by those in power and the resilience shown by ordinary individuals caught up in conflict. Through its vivid portrayal of violence juxtaposed against serene wintry scenery, this image invites us to reflect on humanity's capacity for destruction even within seemingly tranquil settings.
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