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Street fighting in Petrograd, Russia, 17th July 1917
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Street fighting in Petrograd, Russia, 17th July 1917
Street fighting in Petrograd, Russia, 17th July 1917. An outbreak of violence in the city in the period between the February and October Revolutions
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1917 Aerial View Fear Fleeing Leningrad Lying Down Panic Running Running Away Russian Revolution St Petersburg Unrest Violence Violent Metaphor Print Collector2
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Street fighting in Petrograd, Russia, 17th July 1917. An outbreak of violence in the city in the period between the February and October Revolutions
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. This powerful print captures a moment of intense chaos and fear during one of the most turbulent periods in Russian history. From an aerial view, we witness a street engulfed by violent clashes between revolutionaries and government forces. The image serves as a metaphor for the deep unrest that plagued Russia at this time. The blurred figures running, fleeing, or lying down on the road depict both civilians caught up in panic and those actively participating in rebellion against authority. In St. Petersburg (then known as Petrograd), where this scene unfolded, every corner seemed to hold its own story of defiance or desperation. The streets became battlegrounds as people fought for their ideals and survival. As we gaze upon this historic snapshot frozen in time, it is impossible not to feel a sense of unease knowing what lay ahead: further bloodshed, political upheaval, and ultimately the Russian Revolution itself. This photograph reminds us that even from above – removed from individual faces or personal stories – we can still grasp the magnitude of human suffering caused by violence born out of social unrest. It stands as a testament to both our capacity for change and our vulnerability when faced with uncertain times.
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