Framed Print : Five types of soldier, Russia, WW1
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Five types of soldier, Russia, WW1
Five types of Russian soldier who fought in the First World War, a mixture of educated (1 and 3), Moujik or peasant (2), Bolshevik (4) and Cossack (5). Date: 1917-1918
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Media ID 14255827
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Beards Caps Educated Enlisted Mixture Moujik
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Step back in time with our exclusive Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image of "Five Types of Russian Soldier, WW1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating photograph showcases the diverse group of soldiers who fought on the Eastern Front during World War One. From the educated officer to the determined Moujik peasant, the defiant Bolshevik, and the proud Cossack, this powerful image encapsulates the complexity and diversity of the Russian military experience. A must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike, our high-quality framed print is sure to make a striking addition to any room in your home or office.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the diverse and complex makeup of the Russian army during the final years of World War I. Taken between 1917 and 1918, the image showcases five distinct types of Russian soldiers, each representing various social classes and political affiliations. In the foreground, the first soldier wears the traditional fur cap and holds a rifle, signifying his enlisted status. He is likely an educated man, as indicated by his clean-shaven face and neat uniform. The second soldier, a Moujik or peasant, is depicted wearing a simple, felt cap and a long, unkempt beard. His clothing is worn and tattered, reflecting the harsh realities of rural life. The third soldier, also an educated man, dons a fur hat with a red star insignia. This symbolizes his allegiance to the Provisional Government, which ruled Russia during the early stages of the Russian Revolution. The fourth soldier, a Bolshevik, is easily identifiable by his distinctive red cap and beard. He represents the growing influence of the Communist Party, which would eventually seize power in October 1917. Lastly, the fifth soldier is a Cossack, a member of a semi-autonomous military and social group in southern Russia. He wears a distinctive fur hat with a high, rounded crown and a long, flowing mustache. Cossacks were known for their fierce loyalty to the Tsar and their military prowess. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the diverse and complex nature of the Russian army during the tumultuous years of the First World War and the Russian Revolution.
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