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Prisoners on road to exile in Siberia
Filename: 917_05_011506.jpg
Size: 4500 x 3937 (5.6MB)
Date: 1st January 1880
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Prisoners on road to exile in Siberia
Prisoners on the road to exile in Siberia. From " The Countries of the World", London, c1880. Engraving
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Media ID 9699429
© Universal History Archive
1880 Exile Horse Horse Cart Horseback Riding Illustration Technique Large Group Of People Military Uniform Prisoner Problems Road Russian Culture Siberia Soldier Three Animals Togetherness Transportation Working Animals
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in history, depicting prisoners on the arduous road to exile in Siberia. Taken from "The Countries of the World" publication in London circa 1880, this engraving transports us back to a time when Russia's political climate was unforgiving. In this scene, we witness a large group of prisoners accompanied by soldiers dressed in military uniforms. They embark on their journey through the vast and desolate landscape of Siberia, seated atop horse-drawn carts. The horses trudge forward with determination, symbolizing both the physical challenges faced by these exiled individuals and their resilience. The illustration technique used here adds depth and detail to every element within the image. It showcases Russian culture at its core; working animals play an integral role as they carry both prisoners and supplies across treacherous terrain. As we observe this historical moment unfold before our eyes, it becomes evident that despite their dire circumstances, there is an undeniable sense of togetherness among these prisoners. Their shared fate binds them together as they face countless problems along this daunting journey into exile. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of humanity's capacity for endurance and survival amidst adversity. It invites us to reflect upon the struggles faced by those who were forced into exile during this tumultuous period in history while also appreciating the beauty found within even the harshest landscapes.
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