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Changing of the guard at the Lenin mausoleum, Red Square, Moscow, c1980. Vladimir Ilyich Lenin
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Size: 3400 x 5211 (6.1MB)
Date: 28th March 2014
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Changing of the guard at the Lenin mausoleum, Red Square, Moscow, c1980. Vladimir Ilyich Lenin
Changing of the guard at the Lenin mausoleum, Red Square, Moscow, c1980. Vladimir Ilyich Lenin (1917-1924) Russian Bolshevik leader
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Bolshevik Changing Communist Guard Ilyich Leader Lenin Mausoleum Moscow Russian Soviet Square Ussr Vladimir C1980
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a historic moment in time - the changing of the guard at the Lenin mausoleum on Red Square, Moscow, circa 1980. The solemnity and significance of this event are palpable as we witness the transition of power within the Soviet Union. Vladimir Ilyich Lenin, the revered Russian Bolshevik leader who spearheaded the Communist revolution in 1917, rests eternally within this grand mausoleum. As his legacy continues to shape Russia's history, it is here that guards meticulously carry out their duty to protect and honor his memory. The composition of this photograph is striking; it beautifully juxtaposes tradition with modernity. The stoic guards clad in their ceremonial uniforms stand tall against a backdrop of architectural marvels and bustling city life. This image encapsulates both reverence for past ideals and progress towards an uncertain future. Red Square itself serves as a symbol of power and authority throughout Russian history. Its iconic beauty draws visitors from around the world who come to witness moments like these - where time seems to stand still amidst a whirlwind of change. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece captured by Universal Images Group (UIG), we are reminded not only of Lenin's immense influence but also how art can freeze fleeting moments forever. It allows us to reflect on our shared human experience while contemplating what lies ahead for nations shaped by such formidable leaders.
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