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Railway Station at Berdychiv, Zhytomyr Oblast, Ukraine
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Railway Station at Berdychiv, Zhytomyr Oblast, Ukraine
Railway Station at Berdychiv - a historic city in the Zhytomyr Oblast (province) of northern Ukraine with a large Jewish population. In early 1919, the Jews of Berdychiv became victims of a pogrom and in 1920 the advancing troops destroyed most of the city by the artillery fire. The Soviet authorities closed or destroyed most of the towns synagogues. Date: 1917
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Jewish Population Ukraine Ukranian
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1. Title: "A Historic Moment at Berdychiv Railway Station, Ukraine, 1917" This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the bustling activity at Berdychiv Railway Station in the historic city of Berdychiv, located in the Zhytomyr Oblast of northern Ukraine. Established in the late 19th century, the railway station played a crucial role in connecting Berdychiv with the rest of Ukraine and Europe. At the time this image was taken, in 1917, the city was home to a large and vibrant Jewish population. However, the tranquility of this scene was soon shattered. In early 1919, Berdychiv became the site of a devastating pogrom, during which the Jewish community suffered immense loss and violence. The following year, as advancing troops destroyed much of the city through artillery fire, most of its synagogues were closed or destroyed. Despite the hardships, the railway station continued to serve as a vital link to the outside world. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of a bygone era, when Berdychiv was a thriving city with a rich cultural heritage. The image invites us to reflect on the history of this historic city and its people, and the resilience that has carried them through times of adversity. The photograph, taken in 1917, is an important historical document that sheds light on the experiences of the Jewish community in Berdychiv during a tumultuous period in Ukrainian history. It is a testament to the enduring power of images to capture the essence of a moment in time and to preserve the stories of the past for future generations.
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