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Red chinese soldiers during provocation in the area of damansky island on the soviet / chinese border, jan, 1969, prelude to march 2, 1969 incident
Filename: 975_05_SOV-B-21230.jpg
Size: 5100 x 3562 (4.9MB)
Date: 21st March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
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Red chinese soldiers during provocation in the area of damansky island on the soviet / chinese border, jan, 1969, prelude to march 2, 1969 incident
Red chinese soldiers during provocation in the area of damansky island on the soviet/chinese border, jan, 1969, prelude to march 2, 1969 incident
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Media ID 9638055
© Sovfoto/Universal Images Group
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) takes us back to a significant moment in history - January 1969, on the Soviet/Chinese border. The image captures a group of Red Chinese soldiers during a provocation in the area of Damansky Island. These soldiers, dressed in their distinctive red uniforms, stand tall and resolute against the backdrop of an icy landscape. The tension between China and the Soviet Union during this period was palpable, as both nations vied for dominance and influence. This particular incident served as a prelude to the infamous March 2,1969 confrontation that further escalated tensions between these two superpowers. In this photograph, we witness not only the military might of China but also its audacity in challenging its powerful neighbor. The soldiers' stern expressions hint at their determination and unwavering loyalty to their cause. As we reflect upon this image today, it serves as a reminder of how geopolitical rivalries can shape world events. It is through such historical snapshots that we gain insight into moments that have shaped our present reality
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