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World war 2, a street in liberated stalingrad, february 1943
Filename: 975_05_SOV-B-13302.jpg
Size: 5100 x 3317 (8.0MB)
Date: 21st March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
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World war 2, a street in liberated stalingrad, february 1943
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Media ID 9635313
© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
1940s Battle Of Stalingrad Great Patriotic War Russian Soviet Soviet Union Trolley Ussr Winter World War 2 World War Ll Ww Ll Dead Horse
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) takes us back in time to the chilling winter of February 1943, during World War II. The image captures a street in the recently liberated city of Stalingrad, Russia. The devastation caused by the battle is evident as snow-covered ruins line both sides of the road. In this poignant scene, a trolley stands abandoned on the icy tracks, serving as a haunting reminder of normalcy disrupted by war. The presence of Soviet soldiers walking along the desolate street adds an air of resilience and determination amidst destruction. Their heavy coats and determined expressions speak volumes about their commitment to defending their homeland against Nazi invaders. Amidst this somber setting, one cannot help but notice a fallen horse lying lifeless on the ground nearby. This stark symbol serves as a testament to not only human suffering but also that endured by innocent animals caught up in wartime chaos. The Battle of Stalingrad was a turning point in World War II and marked one of history's bloodiest conflicts. It was here that Soviet forces successfully halted Hitler's advance into Eastern Europe, ultimately leading to Germany's defeat. This powerful photograph encapsulates both the harsh realities faced by those living through this tumultuous period and pays tribute to their unwavering spirit in reclaiming their city from enemy occupation.
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