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Comings and goings at the Soviet Mission in Highgate West Hill
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Comings and goings at the Soviet Mission in Highgate West Hill
Comings and goings at the Soviet Mission in Highgate West Hill, north London September 1971.
A number of Soviet citizens who work at the mission were asked to leave (declared persona non grata as the new Tory administration under Edward Heath decided to get tough over concerns on the scale of Soviet intelligence activity in Britain.
In total 105 Soviet citizens known or suspected to be involved in intelligence activity were expelled in 1971
David Johnson
Daily Mirror
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Greater London
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This print captures the comings and goings at the Soviet Mission in Highgate West Hill, north London in September 1971. The image tells a story of political tension and espionage during this era. As the new Tory administration under Edward Heath took charge, concerns regarding the scale of Soviet intelligence activity in Britain grew stronger. Consequently, a significant number of Soviet citizens working at the mission were declared persona non grata and asked to leave. The photograph showcases an entrance gate adorned with intricate ironwork, symbolizing both access and restriction. It serves as a visual metaphor for the secrecy that surrounded these diplomatic premises during those times. The gate stands tall against a backdrop of lush greenery, contrasting sharply with its somber surroundings. Through this lens captured by David Johnson, we are transported back to an era when international relations were strained and covert activities unfolded behind closed doors. This snapshot is not just about physical gates but also represents barriers between nations and ideologies. It reminds us of historical events that shaped our world while highlighting how photography can freeze moments in time forever. This print from Memory Lane Prints invites us to reflect on past conflicts and appreciate how far we have come since then – reminding us that even behind closed gates lies a world full of intrigue waiting to be explored.
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