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Dissolution of the Eastern Front; At Brest-Litovsk station: welcome of the Maximalist... 1917. Creator: Unknown
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Dissolution of the Eastern Front; At Brest-Litovsk station: welcome of the Maximalist... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Dissolution of the Eastern Front; At Brest-Litovsk station: welcome of the maximalist delegation by the German military authorities, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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Dissolution of the Eastern Front - At Brest-Litovsk Station - Welcome of the Maximalist Delegation by the German Military Authorities, 1917
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a poignant pencil drawing from the "Album de la Guerre 1914-1919" by L'Illustration, Paris, 1924. This evocative image captures a significant moment in history as the Maximalist delegation, led by Lev Borisovich Kamenev (Lev Kamenev), arrives at Brest-Litovsk station in Belorussia, marking the beginning of peace talks between Russia and Germany during the First World War. The drawing depicts a group of men, dressed in winter coats and hats, disembarking from a railway carriage. The Maximalist delegation, identified by their red armbands, are welcomed by a line of stern-faced German military officials on a dais. The arrival of the delegation signified the end of the Eastern Front and the beginning of the Russian Revolution, as the Bolsheviks sought to negotiate a peace treaty with the Germans. The black and white image, with its intricate details and full-length portraits, offers a glimpse into the historic event. The drawing captures the political tension and the stark contrast between the two parties, with the Maximalists representing the revolutionary spirit of Russia and the Germans embodying the military might of Europe. The drawing also highlights the importance of railways in the movement of troops and diplomats during wartime. The image is a testament to the rich historical and artistic legacy of the First World War era and serves as a reminder of the complex political landscape of the early 20th century. The drawing, with its intricate pencil work and conceptual depth, continues to be a valuable addition to any collection of historical and artistic works from the period.
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