Russia Collection (#98)

Sokolsky pine forest, young trees growing up amongst tall trunks of older trees, Russky Sever NP, Vologda Oblast, N Russia, October 2008

Shores of an inlet of the White Sea, Karelia, N Russia, September 2007

Aerial view of the Tikhaya River flowing through the colourful tundra in autumn. The Kikhpinich and Krashenninikov volcanoes rise in the distance, Kronotsky Zapovednik, Kamchatka, Far East Russia

The Geyser River flows through the Valley of the Geysers, cloaked in autumn colours, Kronotsky Zapovednik, Kamchatka, Far East Russia

Autumn colours of the Ermans Birch trees in the Valley of Geysers, Kronotsky Zapovednik, Kamchatka, Far East Russia

Russia - Blind Gusli Player
Russia - A blind Gusli player. The Gusli is the oldest East Slavic multi-string plucked instrument, belonging to the zither family, with roots in Veliky Novgorod, a city in western Russian

Tsar Fyodor Ioannovich by Aleksey Konstantinovich Tolstoy
Actor as the Tsar in Tsar Fyodor Ioannovich a 1868 historical drama by Aleksey Konstantinovich Tolstoy, the second part of a trilogy that begins with The Death of Ivan the Terrible

Rare Postcard - Alexandra Feodorovna - Empress of Russia
Rare Russian Postcard - Alexandra Feodorovna - Empress of Russia (1872-1918) - sent from Odessa, Ukraine on 9th May 1900. Date: 1900

Visitors queue in Red Square, Moscow for Lenins Mausoleum. Date: circa 1950s

View of Red Square, Moscow with St Basils Cathedral Date: circa 1950s

Rudolph Valentino in The Eagle, an Allied Artists Picture. The film is a 1925 American silent film directed by Clarence Brown and starring Valentino, Vilma Banky

Grayling (Thymallus) under Ice, Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia

Landscape of the Virgin Komi Forests UNESCO World Heritage site at sunrise. These are the largest virgin forests in Europe. Ural Mountains, Komi Republic, Russia. August 2016

Freshwater isopod, Amphipod gammarus (Acanthogammarus victorii) swimming, Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia

Split-level view of the coast, Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia

Pebbles reflected in the water surface at mouth of Sheryldy river, Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia. September

Sick sponge, stricken by a Cyanobacteria, Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia. December

Landscape of ice on Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia, Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia. March 2015

Underwater view of meltwater of icefield on the Temnik River with Willows (Salix sp.) The Temnik river enters the Selenga River, Siberia, Russia

Brown bear (Ursus arctos) seen from underwater, fishing for Sockeye salmon, Ozernaya River, Kuril Lake, South Kamchatka Sanctuary, Russia, August

Brown bear (Ursus arctos) portrait, whilst fishing for sockeye salmon in the Ozernaya River, Kuril Lake, South Kamchatka Sanctuary, Russia, August

Beluga / White whale {Delphinapterus leucas} White sea, Russia, Captive

Kamov Ka-25
Russian Navy Kamov Ka-25 Helicopter Flying Date: 1976

Morane-Soulnier Type L Parasol Parked on Snow at the Rus?
Morane-Soulnier Type L Parasol Parked on Snow at the Russian Western Front During WW1

Mikoyan MiG-15UTI Midget
Russian Airforce Mikoyan Mig-15Uti Midget Taxiing with Mig-15 Fagots Parked Behind Date: 1950s

Hawker Hurricane Mk 2B
Pilot Sitting in the Cockpit of a Russian Airforce Hawker Hurricane Mk 2B Taxiing in the Snow Date: 1940s

Polikarpov I-16A Rata
Soviet Airforce Red Five Aerobatic Team Polikarpov I-16 Rata Fighter Rolling over Red Square, Moscow, Russia in Formation Date: 1930s

Russian WW2 Fighter Air Ace Naval Captain Dmitriev Date: 1940s

WW2 Russian Fighter Air Ace Lt Colonel B. F Savanof, Kill?
WW2 Russian Fighter Air Ace Lt Colonel B.F Savanof, Killed in Action May 1942 Date: 1940s

WW2 Russian Woman Fighter Air Ace Polina Ossipenko Date: 1940s

Tupolev TB-1
A Formation of Tupolev Tb-1 Heavy Bomber Flying in Mist over Fields and Trees Date: 1930s

Tupolev ANT-20bis Maxim Gorky
Tupolev Ant-20Bis Maxim Gorky the Worlds Largest Aircraft Parked in Moscow Date: 1939

Arctic foxes (Vulpes lagopus) juveniles playing, biting tail, Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia, August

Arctic fox ( Vulpes lagopus) in snow carrying snowgoose egg, Wrangel Island, Far East Russia, May

Snowy owl (Bubo scandiacus) fledgling portrait, Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia, August

Musk ox (Ovibos moschatus) two in profile, Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia, September

Polar bears (Ursus maritimus) juveniles playing in waves, Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia. September 2010

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) walking along coast of Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia, October

Musk ox (Ovibos moschatus) at sunset, Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia

Wind sculpted snow drifts, Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia, March 2011

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) with cub walking across ice field, Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia, March

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) mother with cubs walking through snow, Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia, March

Aerial view of lava flow from Plosky Tolbachik Volcano eruption, Kamchatka Peninsula, Russia, 5 December 2012

Ruffs displaying (Philomachus pugnax) Agapa River, Taimyr Peninsula, Siberia, Russia

Ruff displaying (Philomachus pugnax) Agapa River, Taimyr Peninsula, Siberia, Russia

Caribou (Rangifer tarandus) small group on ice floe, Agapa River, Taimyr Peninsula, Siberia, Russia

Caribou (Rangifer tarandus) herd migrating across ice, Agapa River, Taimyr Peninsula, Siberia, Russia

Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) group feeding on carcass on beach, Wrangel Island, Far Eastern Russia, September

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Russia, a land of rich history and diverse achievements. From the brave Laika, the space dog who paved the way for human space exploration, to Leonov's breathtaking painting capturing a sunrise in space. The image of Red Army soldiers raising the Soviet flag over the Reichstag in Berlin stands as a testament to their indomitable spirit during World War II. In 1869, Mendeleyev's periodic table revolutionized our understanding of chemistry and laid the foundation for scientific progress worldwide. Anton Chekhov, alongside Moscow Art Theatre group, brought Russian literature and theater to new heights with his timeless works. The strength and prowess were showcased by Aleksandr Karelin at the 1988 Seoul Olympics when he triumphantly won his first gold medal. Meanwhile, honey bees diligently buzzing on a honeycomb symbolize nature's harmony within this vast country. Dmitri Shostakovich composed masterpieces that stirred emotions deep within our souls while working tirelessly in his study back in 1938. Carl Sagan, an American astronomer inspired by Russia's vastness and mysteries of space. Even amidst icy landscapes like Champ Island glacier above the sea, we find polar bears gracefully roaming - symbols of resilience against adversity. Olga Korbut captivated hearts at the 1976 Montreal Olympics with her gymnastic prowess and grace. Lastly, a Soviet propaganda poster boldly proclaimed "We want Peace, " reflecting Russia's desire for global harmony despite political tensions. These glimpses into Russia's past remind us of its remarkable contributions across various fields – from science to sports; from art to exploration – shaping not only its own destiny but also leaving an indelible mark on humanity itself.