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Don cossack guardsmen resting after a battle, second ukrainian front in the foothills of the carpathians, may 1944
Filename: 975_05_SOV-B-30157.jpg
Size: 3276 x 5100 (7.7MB)
Date: 21st March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
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Don cossack guardsmen resting after a battle, second ukrainian front in the foothills of the carpathians, may 1944
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© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
1940s Cavalry Equestrian Horse Horses Red Army Russian Soldiers Soviet Union Troops Ukraine Ussr World War 2 World War Ll World War Two Wounded Ww Ll
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant photograph captured by Universal Images Group (UIG), we are transported back to the foothills of the Carpathians in May 1944. The image portrays a group of Don Cossack Guardsmen, weary and battle-worn, finding solace and respite after a fierce encounter on the Second Ukrainian Front during World War II. The soldiers, adorned in their traditional equestrian attire, sit atop their loyal steeds as they gather together amidst the rugged landscape. Their horses stand steadfastly beside them, bearing witness to the tolls of war. Some guardsmen nurse wounds sustained in combat, reminding us of the sacrifices made by these brave warriors. The camaraderie among these soldiers is palpable; their tired expressions speak volumes about the hardships they have endured together. Yet even in moments of rest, there remains an air of vigilance – a reminder that danger lurks just beyond sight. This photograph serves as a powerful testament to the resilience and determination exhibited by those who fought on behalf of Russia and Ukraine during World War II. It captures not only a moment frozen in time but also encapsulates the indomitable spirit that drove these troops forward amidst unimaginable adversity. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot from over seven decades ago, let us remember and honor all those who served with unwavering courage during one of humanity's darkest chapters – World War II.
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