War Communism Collection

The priests conveyed to judgment, 1922. Private Collection

Prodnalog (food tax), 1921. Creator: Iwanow, Sergei Iwanowitsch (1885-1942)
Prodnalog (food tax), 1921. Private Collection

The food brigade (Prodotryad) is sent to Tambov, 1919. Found in the Collection of Russian State Historical Library, Moscow

Group of Bolsheviks
FIA5633178 Group of Bolsheviks by Vladimirov, Ivan Alexeyevich (1869-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: Group of Bolsheviks by Vladimirov, Ivan Alexeyevich (1869-1947). Oil on wood, 1918-1923

The owner, Mid 1920s. Found in the Collection of State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

The food brigade (Prodotryad) in Samara, 1920. Private Collection

The food brigade (Prodotryad) in Siberia, 1920. Private Collection

Group of Bolsheviks, 1918-1923. Private Collection

A group of Russian priests forced to clear the barrack stables, 1918. Private Collection

The clergymen hiding church treasures in a new grave in a cemetery, 1922. Private Collection

Did you fulfill your Prodrazvyorstka (grain delivery requirement)?, 1920. Found in the Collection of State History Museum, Moscow

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"War Communism: A Glimpse into the Turmoil of Revolutionary Russia" The priests conveyed to judgment, 1922: As religious institutions faced scrutiny, the clergy's fate hung in balance during the tumultuous era of War Communism. Rich merchants and Russian noblemen set to pulling out rubbish from yards: Stripped of their former privileges, the elite were forced to engage in menial tasks as a symbol of societal upheaval. Sic transit gloria mundi (Thus passes the glory of the world): With traditional hierarchies crumbling, this Latin phrase aptly captured the fleeting nature of power and prestige during these revolutionary times. Requisition of cattle for the Red Army in a village near Luga: Amidst war and scarcity, even rural communities had to contribute their livestock for military purposes, highlighting the sacrifices demanded by War Communism. Group of Bolsheviks: United by ideology and determination, this group played a pivotal role in shaping Soviet Russia's destiny during its most challenging phase. Revolutionary sailors guarding the Petrograd State Bank, 1927: Symbolizing both protection and control over vital resources, these sailors stood as guardians against counter-revolutionary threats targeting economic stability. Get vaccinated against cholera, 1920 - Creator: Ivanov Sergey Ivanovich (1885-1942): In an attempt to combat disease amidst chaos, public health campaigns like vaccination became crucial tools for preserving lives amid wartime conditions. Soldiers with prostitute - Creator: Vladimirov Ivan Alexeyevich (1869-1947): This poignant image reflects not only soldiers' struggles but also sheds light on how societal norms shifted dramatically during this period marked by social unrest and changing moral values. The owner - Mid 1920s: Depicting an individual grappling with shifting economic realities under War Communism's collectivization policies, this image captures the challenges faced by private property owners.