Siege Of Leningrad Collection

Siege of Leningrad, January 1943. Leningrad was encircled and besieged by the Germans from September 8 1941. In January 1943

Casualties of a German artillery bombardment, Nevsky Prospekt, Leningrad, 1941 (b / w photo)
7200821 Casualties of a German artillery bombardment, Nevsky Prospekt, Leningrad, 1941 (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer

Nevsky Prospekt, Leningrad, 1941 (b / w photo)
7200822 Nevsky Prospekt, Leningrad, 1941 (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nevsky Prospekt, Leningrad, 1941)

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world war ll: the siege of leningrad, women taking water flowing from broken water mains

Memorial to the siege of leningrad in leningrad, 1989

Cabbages growing in a kitchen garden in front of st, isaacs cathedral in leningrad during the siege of the city, world war 2, ussr

Siege of leningrad (sawing-wood for fuel)

Food supply route to leningrad on lake ladoga during world war ll

Residents clearing snow and ice from nevsky prospect in leningrad during world war ll, 1942

world war ll: drive slowly! unexploded bomb! danger! says the notice painted on the fence, in the foreground leningrad children have organized scooter races

world war ll: seige of leningrad (1942), volkovo cemetry

Anti-aircraft battery near leningrads st, isaac cathedral during world war ll, early 1940s

Defense of leningrad during world war ll, civilians digging anti-tank ditches

World war 2, 46688 - the ice road over lake ladoga, leningrad, 1942

world war ll: soldiers in the trenches of the leningrad front before an offensive

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The Siege of Leningrad, which lasted from September 1941 to January 1944, was one of the most devastating and brutal episodes of World War II. The city endured relentless bombardments by German artillery, resulting in countless casualties and widespread destruction. A haunting black and white photograph captures the aftermath of a German artillery attack on Nevsky Prospekt, a once bustling street now reduced to rubble. Despite the unimaginable hardships faced by its residents, Leningrad's spirit remained unbroken. In 2011, artist Sheldon Marshall immortalized this resilience with his poignant depiction of the Eternal Flame in the Field of Mars. This memorial serves as a solemn reminder of those who perished during the siege and stands as a testament to human endurance. During these dark times, water became an invaluable resource for survival. A powerful image showcases women collecting water flowing from broken water mains – their determination evident even amidst chaos. Such scenes were common throughout Leningrad as people fought tirelessly for basic necessities. In 1989, another memorial was erected in honor of those who suffered through the siege. This monument stands tall as a symbol of remembrance and pays tribute to all those who lost their lives during this tragic period. Amidst scarcity and despair, life somehow persisted within Leningrad's borders. Cabbages grew in kitchen gardens outside St Isaac's Cathedral – an astonishing sight considering the circumstances they thrived under. These small victories provided hope amidst overwhelming adversity. To sustain themselves during winter months when fuel was scarce, residents resorted to sawing wood for warmth – yet another example of their unwavering determination to survive against all odds. Lake Ladoga served as a lifeline for Leningrad during this time; it acted as a vital food supply route that kept starvation at bay while surrounded by enemy forces. Even mundane tasks like clearing snow from Nevsky Prospect took on new significance during wartime; it represented unity and resilience as residents banded together to keep their city functioning.