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La Revolution Russe; Au Palais de Tauride: des soldats et des marins, auxquels se sont melés...1917 Creator: Unknown
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La Revolution Russe; Au Palais de Tauride: des soldats et des marins, auxquels se sont melés...1917 Creator: Unknown
La Revolution Russe; Au Palais de Tauride: des soldats et des marins, auxquels se sont meles quelques civils et des femmes, ecoutent une harangue de M. Rodzianko, dans la grande salle Catherine, 1917. The Russian Revolution: soldiers, sailors, civilians and women listen to a speech by (Mikhail Vladimirovich) Rodzianko, in the Hall of Catherine the Great. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment during the Russian Revolution of 1917, as soldiers, sailors, civilians, and women gather in the Hall of Catherine the Great at the Tauride Palace in Petrograd, Russia, to listen to a speech by Mikhail Vladimirovich Rodzianko. The image, titled "La Revolution Russe: Au Palais de Tauride: des soldats et des marins, auxquels se sont melés quelques civils et des femmes," was published in the French magazine L'Illustration in 1924 as part of their "Album de la Guerre 1914-1919" series. Rodzianko, the President of the State Duma, is delivering a passionate address to the crowd, which had gathered in the grand palace to demand the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II. The ornate chandeliers and grandeur of the Hall contrast sharply with the somber mood of the scene, as the country teetered on the brink of rebellion. The photograph is a testament to the political upheaval that was taking place in Russia during this time, as the monarchy crumbled and a new order began to emerge. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the significant role that political events played during the 20th century, particularly during the 1910s and the First World War. It also highlights the importance of literature and the media in documenting and preserving historical moments, as this photograph was published in a book for the world to see. The photograph's origin is unknown, but its impact is undeniable, as it continues to captivate viewers and inspire reflection on the tumultuous history of Russia and the world.
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