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St. Petersburg Police Discovering a Nihilist Printing Press, from The Illustrated London News, 16th April 1887 (engraving)
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St. Petersburg Police Discovering a Nihilist Printing Press, from The Illustrated London News, 16th April 1887 (engraving)
BAL127900 St. Petersburg Police Discovering a Nihilist Printing Press, from The Illustrated London News, 16th April 1887 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: programme of Russian party advocating of revolutionary reform using terrorism and Assassination; )
Media ID 25461176
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This engraving, titled "St. Petersburg Police Discovering a Nihilist Printing Press" takes us back to the tumultuous era of 19th-century Russia. The image depicts a pivotal moment in history when the authorities stumbled upon an underground printing press used by nihilists - members of a radical Russian party advocating for revolutionary reform through terrorism and assassination. The scene is filled with tension as police officers meticulously search every nook and cranny of the hidden location. Their determined expressions reveal their awareness of the dangerous subversive propaganda being produced within these walls. The discovery of this illegal printer signifies not only a significant blow to anarchist activities but also sheds light on the power struggle between those who sought change through violence and those who upheld law and order. The print offers us a glimpse into the complex political climate that plagued St. Petersburg during this time, where ideas clashed fiercely, and ideologies were pushed to extreme measures. It serves as a reminder that even in times of chaos, there are individuals committed to upholding justice and preserving societal stability. Preserved in private collection, this historical artifact allows us to reflect on how societies have grappled with dissent throughout history while reminding us that progress can be achieved without resorting to violence or undermining established systems.
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