Warden's House at the Nizhniaia Kara Hard Labor Mining Works, 1891. Creator: Aleksei Kuznetsov

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Warden's House at the Nizhniaia Kara Hard Labor Mining Works, 1891. Creator: Aleksei Kuznetsov

Warden's House at the Nizhniaia Kara Hard Labor Mining Works, 1891. One of 74 views taken in July 1891 and contained in the albumTipy i vidy Nerchinskoi katorgi (Views and inhabitants of Nerchinsk hard labor camps). The Nerchinskkatorgawas part of the katorga (forced labor) system of imperial Russia, located in the province of Transbaikalia (present-day Zabaykal'skiy Kray), near the Russian border with China. The katorga was administered by the Ministry of Interior and included prisons at Akatuy, Kara, Aleksandrovsk, Nerchinskii Zavod, and Zerentuy, all of which are depicted in the album. National Library of Russia

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Warden's House at Nizhniaia Kara Hard Labor Mining Works, 1891" is a captivating photograph taken by renowned Russian photographer Aleksei Kuznetsov. This image is one of 74 views documented in the album "Tipy i vidy Nerchinskoi katorgi" (Views and inhabitants of Nerchinsk hard labor camps), captured in July 1891. The photograph depicts the imposing Warden's House at the Nizhniaia Kara Hard Labor Mining Works, which was part of the katorga (forced labor) system of Imperial Russia. Located in the Transbaikal region of present-day Zabaykal'skiy Kray, near the Russian border with China, the Nerchinsk katorga was administered by the Ministry of Interior and included prisons at Akatuy, Kara, Aleksandrovsk, Nerchinskii Zavod, and Zerentuy. The album showcases various aspects of life within these labor camps, providing a glimpse into the harsh realities of the Russian penal servitude system during the 19th century. In this photograph, the Warden's House stands proudly amidst the rugged terrain, with a horse-drawn vehicle parked in front. The building's wooden exterior, adorned with intricate details, contrasts sharply with the barren landscape. The image evokes a sense of isolation and punishment, as well as the meeting of frontiers between Russia and its neighboring territories. Aleksei Kuznetsov's photograph is a significant historical record, offering a unique perspective on the penal system and the lives of those who were part of it. The image is a testament to the rich heritage of Russian history and the enduring power of photography to capture and preserve moments in time.

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