Voroshilov Collection

Russian Commissar speaking at a meeting
Peoples Commissar Voroshiloff speaking at a meeting on board the deck of a cruiser

KV-1 Shielded heavy tank
A Soviet KV-1 Shielded heavy tank, knocked out by German anti-tank fire, with damaged indicated by an invading German soldier

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JOSEF STALIN / GERASIMOV
JOSEF STALIN Soviet political leader (left) with Voroshilov at the Kremlin Date: 1879-1953

Hunting Scene, End of 19th-Early 20th century. Private Collection

Stalin, Voroshilov and Shchadenko in the trenches of Tsaritsyn, 1934. Private Collection

Kliment Voroshilov on a skiing trip, 1937. Found in the Collection of State Central Military Museum, Moscow

Assembly of the Revolutionary Military Council of the USSR, Chaired by Kliment Voroshilov. Private Collection

Hunting Scene. Artist: Voroshilov, Sergey Semyonovich (before 1865-after 1911)
Hunting Scene. Private Collection

Fox hunting. Artist: Voroshilov, Sergey Semyonovich (before 1865-after 1911)
Fox hunting. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum of the Chuvash Republic, Tcheboksary

Vyacheslav Molotov, Joseph Stalin and Kliment Voroshilov on the Central Aerodrome, June 25, 1937, 1937
Vyacheslav Molotov, Joseph Stalin and Kliment Voroshilov on the Central Aerodrome, June 25, 1937

Stalin and Voroshilov at the Tehran Conference 1943

Senior Soviet figures on the tribune of Lenins mausoleum, Red Square, Moscow, USSR, 1931. Author Maxim Gorky (1868-1936) with politicians Lazar Kaganovich (1893-1991)

Russian generals inspecting an exposition of captured German armaments, Russia, 1943. Red Army Deputy Commander-in-Chief Marshal Georgi Zhukov showing a captured tank to colleagues including Marshal

TEHERAN CONFERENCE, 1943. A British officer, American General George C. Marshall shaking hands with British Ambassador Archibald Clark Keer, Stalins interpreter Harry Hopkins, Joseph Stalin

Tehran Conference, Iran, 28 Nov-1 Dec 1943. Scene outside Russian Embassy with, centre, Roosevelts adviser Harry Hopkis, Stalins interpreter, Stalin, Molotov and General Voroshilov

Personalities following the coffin of stalin as it is borne on a gun caisson through red square, moscow, march 9, 1953, right to left: premier zhou en-lai, premier g, m, malenkov, marshal k

joseph stalin and kliment voroshilov visiting writer maxim gorky (center), 1931

Moscow, ussr may day 1941: walking to the may day celebrations in red square, left to right: v, molotov, soviet premier josef stalin, k, voroshilov, g, malenkov, l, beria (head of secret police)

Maxim gorky, vyacheslav molotov, k, voroshilov, joseph stalin, , mikhail kalinin and nikolai bulganin (left to right) on the platform of the lenin mausoleum during a sports parade in red square

While in moscow, josip broz tito and his wife visited the agricultural exhibit in june 1956, riding on the grounds of the agricultural exhibit, from left to right: v, v, matskevich (near the driver)

Stalin, kalinin and voroshilov in 1933

Istanbul, Turkey - The Turkish Republic Monument
Istanbul, Turkey - The Turkish (Taksim) Republic Monument. The Symbol of the Republic - where all the demonstrations take place

Communist Commanders
A group of communist military commanders, including Voroshilov Klim, take time off from the war to pose for the camera

Russia / 1919 Review
Stalin reviews the First Cavalry army of the Republic

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Voroshilov: The Russian Commissar Who Stood Tall In the midst of a crucial meeting, the resolute voice echoed through the room, captivating all those present. As a prominent figure in Soviet history, Kliment Yefremovich Voroshilov's words carried immense weight and authority. Known for his unwavering dedication to the cause, Voroshilov was instrumental in shaping Russia's military might. It was under his guidance that the formidable KV-1 Shielded heavy tank came into existence, becoming an indomitable force on the battlefield. A close confidant of Josef Stalin and Gerasimov, Voroshilov stood shoulder to shoulder with these influential leaders during pivotal moments in history. Together they forged alliances and strategized amidst challenging times. Yet behind this stoic persona lay a man with diverse interests. A glimpse into his personal life revealed unexpected passions such as hunting scenes from the late 19th to early 20th century - perhaps an escape from the rigors of politics and warfare. In 1934, we find Stalin, Voroshilov, and Shchadenko huddled together in trenches at Tsaritsyn; their camaraderie evident even amidst adversity. And just three years later, Kliment Voroshilov embarked on a skiing trip – a testament to his adventurous spirit beyond political corridors. Leading by example was second nature to him; as chairman of the Revolutionary Military Council of USSR he inspired others towards greatness. Brodsky's artistic depiction immortalizes this assembly where ideas were exchanged and decisions made under Voroshilov's watchful eye. Interestingly enough, art seemed intertwined with his family name itself - Sergey Semyonovich Voroshilov left behind masterpieces depicting hunting scenes that showcased both skill and passion for capturing nature's beauty.