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The Russian Prison System in Siberia (b / w photo)
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The Russian Prison System in Siberia (b / w photo)
1063631 The Russian Prison System in Siberia (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Russian Prison System in Siberia. Illustration for The Graphic, 13 August 1898.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23514356
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Barrow Chain Chained Convict Criminals Freedom Mines Prison Prison Camps Prisoners Punished Served Siberia Wheelbarrow Kara
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This print captures the harsh reality of the Russian Prison System in Siberia during the 19th century. Taken by an English photographer, it offers a glimpse into the interior of a prison camp where movement is restricted by chains. The prisoners, who have served their time or are awaiting punishment for their crimes, can be seen trundling a wheelbarrow through the barren landscape. The ex-convict settlement in Siberia was peopled with criminals who were punished for their wrongdoings in lead mines and other labor-intensive tasks. This image serves as a haunting reminder of the lack of freedom experienced by those trapped within this oppressive system. The photograph showcases not only the physical restraints placed upon these individuals but also highlights the vastness and desolation of Siberia itself. It provides insight into how far-reaching and unforgiving this punishment was, extending even to remote areas like Kara. Through this powerful image, we are reminded of both the resilience and suffering endured by those caught up in Russia's penal system. It serves as a visual testament to an era when human lives were reduced to mere cogs in a machine designed to extract labor from its prisoners.
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