Photographic Print : Bunkers. 1960s. Korce. Albania
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Bunkers. 1960s. Korce. Albania
Republic of Albania. Korce. Concrete bunkers built in the 1960s by order of Enver Hoxha (1908-1985)
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Media ID 14328866
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Albania Albanian Bunker Bunkers Communism Communist Concrete Conflict Enver Hoxha Korce Minister Prime Protection Secretary Vegetation
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating 'Bunkers. 1960s. Korce. Albania' photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of Albania during the 1960s. Concrete bunkers, an order of Enver Hoxha's regime, dominate the landscape of this historic city, Korce. Each print is professionally produced, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail, making it a must-have for history enthusiasts, photographers, and anyone seeking to add a touch of the past to their home or office décor.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the haunting landscape of Korce, Albania in the 1960s, during the height of communist leader Enver Hoxha's (1908-1985) regime. The image showcases the vast expanse of concrete bunkers that were constructed throughout the city and the surrounding countryside as part of Hoxha's defense strategy against perceived external threats. The concrete structures, some of which are still standing today, were built during a time of heightened Cold War tensions and serve as a testament to the paranoia and militarization that characterized the Albanian Communist Party under Hoxha's leadership. The photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, with the trees and vegetation slowly reclaiming the land around the bunkers. The mountains in the background add to the sense of isolation and remoteness, while the absence of people in the image underscores the eerie stillness that enveloped the region during this period. The concrete bunkers, now in various states of decay and ruin, stand as a reminder of the complex and often tumultuous history of Albania in the 20th century. Enver Hoxha, who served as the President and Prime Minister of Albania from 1946 until his death in 1985, was a controversial figure who ruled with an iron fist. His authoritarian regime was marked by widespread human rights abuses, economic isolation, and a cult of personality that elevated him to near-divine status. The construction of the concrete bunkers was just one of many controversial policies that defined his tenure as the leader of Albania.
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