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Bodies of General Rodriguez and Colonel Baca-Valles. ca. 1911-1917, Mexico, Bodies of General Rodriguez and Colonel Baca-Valles
Filename: 918_11_LW004657.jpg
Size: 2550 x 1600 (1.7MB)
Date: 26th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
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Bodies of General Rodriguez and Colonel Baca-Valles. ca. 1911-1917, Mexico, Bodies of General Rodriguez and Colonel Baca-Valles
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Media ID 9749827
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Adults Dead Death Group Latin America Males Mexicans Mexico Mid Adult Mid Adult Man Monochrome Photography North Americans Posed Corpse Mexican Revolution
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting print from the Universal Images Group (UIG) captures a chilling moment in Mexican history during the tumultuous years of 1911-1917. The image portrays the lifeless bodies of General Rodriguez and Colonel Baca-Valles, two prominent figures caught in the midst of the Mexican Revolution. In this group photograph, we witness a somber scene where death has frozen these men's lives forever. Their corpses lie side by side, their faces etched with expressions that hint at both bravery and tragedy. As we gaze upon them, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by countless individuals during this period of political upheaval. The monochrome sepia-tone photography adds an eerie atmosphere to this poignant image, emphasizing its historical significance. The lack of color allows us to focus solely on the stark reality before us - two fallen heroes who fought for their beliefs until their last breath. As adults stand around them, paying tribute or perhaps mourning their loss, it becomes clear that these men were not just soldiers but leaders who inspired loyalty and respect among those they commanded. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost paid during times of revolution and conflict. Through this single frame frozen in time, UIG transports us back to Mexico's past – a time when hope clashed with despair and dreams were shattered amidst violence and bloodshed. It is an evocative testament to both the fragility and strength inherent within humanity itself.
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