Russians Collection

Battle of Zorndorf
BATTLE OF ZORNDORF Friedrich der Grosse leads his soldiers at the Battle of Zorndorf, defeating the Russians though he loses 11, 000 men in the process

Kars, Turkey - View toward the fortress
View toward the fortress at Kars, Turkey. Originally an Armenian capital. Became part of the Ottoman Empire (captured in 1534), then surrendered in 1828 to the Russian General Count Ivan Paskevich

Peter Wysocki
PETER WYSOCKI Polish patriot, fought the Russians, captured and exiled to Sibera in 1831 until he was pardoned by the Tsar. Date: 1799 - 1875

Turkey - Kars - 10th century Armenian Church and Kars Canal
The 10th century Armenian Church of the Holy Apostles and Minaret at Kars, Turkey viewed fom the Castle/Citadel Mount. Originally an Armenian capital

Alexander Nevsky (1219-1263) Russian prince, gained victory against the Swedes on river Neva. Venerated as a saint by Russians. Central panel of triptych by Pavel Korin (1892-1967)

Russian Refugee Camp at Mudros, Greece (Island of Lemnos), housing Russians driven out by the Bolsheviks following the 1917 revolution

Napoleon at Battle of Eylau
Battle of Eylau - Napoleon defeats the Prussians and Russians

Battle of Maciejowice
The Russians and Prussians defeat the leader of the insurrection, Kosciuszko, and his forces at the battle of Maciejowice

Wwi / Russians / Caucasus
Russians skirmish with Turkish forces in the Caucasus mountains

Moscow. Tsars Palace in the Kremlin, 1805. Engraving

Russians Visit Oxford
Crowd control police on motorbikes during a visit of Soviet leaders to Oxford, England. Date: April 1956

Russians take tea
A russian family scene - the group (mostly women), seated around a table on benches, listen to a man playing an accordion as they take tea from a large samovar

November Insurrection
Polish cadets and civilians take the Belvedere Palace, Warsaw, from the occupying Russians - a fine victory, though the insurrection was suppressed by the Russians

Service for Servicemen
Despite the revolution, Russians are not yet atheists : in Moscows Red Square a church service is held for those still fighting on the German front

DEAD RUSSIANS
Dead Soviet troops in a trench. Date: 1942-43

Russian Bomber crew. June 1942

The Crimean War, 1854-56: The Rally of the Scots Greys... at Balaclava, (1901). Creator: Unknown
The Crimean War, 1854-56: The Rally of the Scots Greys after the Charge of the Heavy Brigade at Balaclava, (1901). During the Battle of Balaclava, fought on 25 October 1854

Single combat of Peresvet and Temir-murza on the Kulikovo Field in 1380. Artist: Jacobi, Mavriki Petrovich (1906-1938)
Single combat of Peresvet and Temir-murza on the Kulikovo Field in 1380. Private Collection

Eastern front, World War Two, Russia soldiers
Eastern front, December 1941, World War Two. Russian troops in white; the corpses of German soldiers lie in the foreground partially covered in snow. Date: 1941

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Ciutadans, adheriu-vos a l'homenatge a la URSS en el seu XX aniversari (Citizens, join the hommage to the USSR in its 10th anniversary). Poster (1937)

Cholera in St. Petersburg, Russian, a procession of priests going to the Spassky Church to pray for the cessation of the plague. Date: September 1892

RUSSIA MOSCOW
Russians queuing at Lenin's mausoleum in Red Square to pay their respects to his corpse on the first anniversary of his death. Date: 1925

POLISH INSURRECTION 1794
KOSCIUSKO'S OATH An incident of the Polish Insurrection: Kosciusko vows to drive the Russians, Prussians and Austrians out of Poland or die trying. Date: 1794

DEATH OF GENL. KICKI
Polish general Louis Kicki (born 1770) dies on the battlefield of Ostrolenka where the Poles defeat the Russians Date: 1831

SWEDEN BOMBED BY USSR
Gravestones in the Swedish village of Pajala, which was bombed by the Russians. Soviet radio denied the bombings, but Soviet planes and bombs were clearly seen. Date: 1940

WW1/1915/RUSSIAN GAMBLE
The Russians gamble - and lose ! (Death rakes in the fallen..) Date: 1915

Church in Potrero district where there is a "Russian-White"colony, San Francisco, California, 1939
Church in Potrero district where there is a " Russian-White" colony. San Francisco, California. [Sign: First Russian Baptist Church ]

Russians (Oroshiajin), 1861. Creator: Yoshikazu
Russians (Oroshiajin), 1861

Russians Drawn from Life (Oroshiajin no sho utsushi), 1861. Creator: Yoshikazu
Russians Drawn from Life (Oroshiajin no sho utsushi), 1861

Russia (Oroshia koku), from the Countries of Asia (Ajia shu no uchi), 1861

Russians Love for a Lady (Oroshiyajin fujin wo aisu), 1860. Creator: Utagawa Yoshitoyo
Russians Love for a Lady (Oroshiyajin fujin wo aisu), 1860

Russians (Roshiajin), from the series "People of the Five Nations (Gokakoku no uchi)
Russians (Roshiajin), from the series " People of the Five Nations (Gokakoku no uchi)", 1861

Russians, 1861 (10th month). Creator: Kunihisa
Russians, 1861 (10th month)

Snowballs! How to settle the Eastern Question. It is suggested that the conflict in the Crimea between the Russians and the British, French and Ottoman Empire be settled by a huge snowball fight

Russians wearing gas-masks in precaution of a chemical warfare attack, various scenes as people go about their daily work. Date: 1932

WW1 - war in Galician - Russian troops bivouacking
The Fighting for the Carpathian passes - Russian infantry bivouacking in a forest at sunrise

Napier lorry being tested by Russians for WWI
Napier lorry being tested by Russians for First World War (WWI), several 100 were shipped to Russia. Date: circa 1914

Daughters of Leonid Krassin at the Venice Lido
Ludmila (in bathing wrap), Luba (with hat) and Katia Krassin, daughters of Leonid Krassin, the Bolshevik leader seen on the beach at the Venice Lido. In the background is the Excelsior hotel

Russo-German Negotiations at Brest-Litovsk 1918
Double page from The Illustrated London News, 12th January 1918, with photographs of the Bolshevist minister in London Maxim Litvinoff, Lenin

At the battle of MALO- JAROSLAWETZ, the French defeat the Russians Date: 24 October 1812

EMPRESS AND HEADS
The dowager empress Tz u-Hsi shows the emperor Kuang-Hsu the heads of mandarins suspected of sympathising with the Russians, whereas she supported the Boxer Rising Date: 1904

Oh 24th February 1945, Red Army troops of the 1st White Russian Front, after a month long siege and stiff fighting, completed the rout of the enemy grouping encircled at Poznan

Russian officers inspect A. A defences. A number of Russian service officers today
Russian officers inspect A.A defences. A number of Russian service officers today inspected some of the latest A.A defences in the London area

Suez Crisis 1956 Dellegates including Mr Shepilov at the Suez Conference at Lancaster House

Five Standing Muscovites (Aubry de La Mottrayes "Travels throughout Europe
Five Standing Muscovites (Aubry de La Mottrayes " Travels throughout Europe, Asia and into Part of Africa... " London, 1724, pl. 313), 1723-24

Russians at Nagasaki, ca. 1830. Creator: Unknown
Russians at Nagasaki, ca. 1830

Russian Officer with His Wife, 1861. Creator: Utagawa Yoshiiku
Russian Officer with His Wife, 1861

Russians Strolling, February 1861. Creator: Yoshifuji
Russians Strolling, February 1861

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"Exploring the Rich History and Cultural Heritage of Russians" From the epic Battle of Zorndorf to the artistic brilliance of Peter Wysocki, they have left an indelible mark on history. Their influence can be witnessed in diverse locations such as Turkey's ancient city Kars, where a 10th-century Armenian Church and Kars Canal stand as testaments to their architectural prowess. Gazing towards the formidable fortress in Kars, one cannot help but marvel at the strategic genius displayed by Russian forces. The annals of war further highlight Russia's military might, with Napoleon himself facing fierce opposition at the Battle of Eylau. Yet amidst conflicts, compassion shines through as seen in images capturing a Russian Refugee Camp at Mudros, Greece - a reminder that even during times of turmoil, humanity prevails. Venturing beyond borders, we find Russians immersing themselves in intellectual pursuits like visiting Oxford University. This thirst for knowledge is mirrored back home with Moscow's Tsar Palace standing tall within the Kremlin walls since 1805 – an engraving preserving its grandeur for eternity. But it is not all about battles and academia; there are moments when Russians take time to savor life's simple pleasures. The image of them gathered around tea tables showcases their love for this cherished beverage – a tradition steeped in history and hospitality. However, not every chapter has been rosy; November Insurrection serves as a stark reminder that struggles for freedom often come at great cost. Honoring those sacrifices is crucial, exemplified by solemn services held for servicemen who fought valiantly throughout generations. Lastly, we delve into another significant battle: Maciejowice - symbolizing resilience against adversity. Through triumphs and tribulations alike, they have forged their identity rooted in both strength and endurance. In this captivating journey through time and space encompassing artistry, warfare, diplomacy, and everyday rituals like tea-drinking, we uncover the multifaceted nature of Russians.