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The first tractor on a kolkhoz (collective farm), 1929 - 1930
Filename: 975_05_SOV-B-86-24.jpg
Size: 4600 x 4042 (4.9MB)
Date: 21st March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
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The first tractor on a kolkhoz (collective farm), 1929 - 1930
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Media ID 9638929
© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
1930 Farm Kolkhoz Tractor Collective
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) transports us back to the early years of Soviet Russia, specifically between 1929 and 1930. The image captures a significant moment in history - the arrival of the first tractor on a kolkhoz, or collective farm. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the awe-inspiring sight of this revolutionary machine amidst vast fields that stretch as far as the eye can see. The tractor stands tall and proud, its robust frame symbolizing progress and modernization in an era marked by agricultural transformation. The significance of this photograph lies not only in its depiction of technological advancement but also in its representation of collective farming. As peasants gather around their newfound marvel, hope gleams brightly in their eyes - hope for increased productivity, improved living conditions, and ultimately a better future for all. It is impossible to overlook the historical context surrounding this image. The establishment of kolkhozes was part of Stalin's collectivization policy aimed at transforming agriculture into a more efficient system under state control. This photograph serves as a visual testament to these ambitious endeavors that sought to reshape rural life. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of history captured by UIG's lens, we are reminded once again how images have the power to transport us through time and evoke emotions tied closely with our shared human experience.
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