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The reading of charges at a trial of social revolutionary leaders (purge trial), moscow, 1922
Filename: 975_05_SOV-B-VA11700.jpg
Size: 5100 x 3699 (8.5MB)
Date: 22nd March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
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The reading of charges at a trial of social revolutionary leaders (purge trial), moscow, 1922
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Media ID 9667089
© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
1920s Communism Communist Purge Purge Trials Purges Russian Show Trials Soviet Union Stalinism Stalinist Stalinist Purges Ussr
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this powerful print captured by Universal Images Group (UIG), we are transported back to the year 1922 in Moscow, Russia. The image depicts a pivotal moment during the trial of social revolutionary leaders, known as the purge trial. As the photograph suggests, tension fills the air as these individuals face charges that could determine their fate. This snapshot provides a glimpse into one of the darkest chapters in Russian history - an era marked by communism and Stalinism. The purge trials were part of Stalin's ruthless campaign to consolidate power and eliminate any perceived threats within his own party. These show trials served as a chilling reminder of his iron grip on the Soviet Union. The composition captures both fear and defiance etched on the faces of those accused. We witness their collective struggle against an oppressive regime that sought to suppress dissent and enforce conformity. It is a poignant reminder of how ideology can be manipulated for political gain at great human cost. As we reflect upon this historical moment frozen in time, it serves as a stark reminder of our shared responsibility to protect fundamental rights and uphold justice in society. This photograph encapsulates not only a specific period but also echoes universal themes surrounding power, oppression, and resistance – themes that continue to resonate with us today.
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