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Communist China - communal exercise session
Communal exercise session for timberyard workers during the Cultural Revolution era in Communist China.
circa 1970
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1970 Booklet Communal Communism Communist Cultural Equal Equality Exercise Exercising Ideology Manual Peoples Physical Propaganda Revolution Session Timber Yard Timberyard
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Communal Exercise Session for Timberyard Workers during the Cultural Revolution Era in Communist China, circa 1970s: A snapshot of State-led Ideology in Action This evocative black and blue photograph captures a communal exercise session for timberyard workers in Communist China during the Cultural Revolution era, circa 1970s. The image, part of the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Chinese people during this tumultuous period of Chinese history. The scene unfolds in an open-air setting, with the workers gathered in a timberyard, surrounded by stacks of wood. Their uniform attire and focused expressions reflect the egalitarian ideology of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), which emphasized the importance of collective action and unity. The workers, both men and women, are engaged in physical exercises, their bodies moving in unison, demonstrating their commitment to maintaining their health and strength. Propaganda posters and booklets, emblazoned with slogans and revolutionary imagery, can be seen in the background, underscoring the pervasive influence of the CCP's ideology on every aspect of daily life. The communal exercise session was not only a means of promoting physical health but also served as a powerful symbol of the collective spirit that defined the Cultural Revolution era. The photograph offers a poignant reminder of the era's unique blend of state control and grassroots activism, as the Chinese people embraced the call to build a new society based on equality and collective action. This image stands as a testament to the enduring power of ideology in shaping the lives of individuals and communities, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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