Greetings Card : Communists Attacked
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Communists Attacked
When communists demonstrate during a presidential visit to Strasbourg, they are attacked by patriots and compelled to seek police protection Date: February 1928
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Media ID 14270277
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Attacked Communists Compelled Demonstrate Patriots Presidential Protection Seek Strasbourg 1928
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Add a bold statement to your greetings card collection with the 'Communists Attacked' card from Media Storehouse, featuring an historic image from Mary Evans Prints Online. This thought-provoking card captures the tense atmosphere of a presidential visit to Strasbourg in 1928, when communist demonstrators were met with fierce opposition from local patriots. With its powerful imagery and intriguing backstory, this card is sure to make your message stand out.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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
In this striking photograph from February 1928, communist demonstrators are seen being attacked by a group of patriotic counter-protesters during a presidential visit to the city of Strasbourg, France. The communists had gathered to voice their political opinions, but their peaceful demonstration was met with violence from the patriots, who opposed their ideologies. The image captures the chaos and tension of the moment, with communist demonstrators attempting to defend themselves against their attackers, while others seek refuge behind police lines. The police, who were supposed to maintain order, are seen trying to separate the two groups and restore calm to the scene. The presidential visit to Strasbourg was intended to be a symbolic gesture of national unity and reconciliation, but this incident highlighted the deep divisions and political tensions that existed within French society at the time. The communist party, which had gained significant support in the aftermath of World War I, was seen as a threat to the established order, and their public demonstrations often provoked strong reactions from their opponents. Despite the violence and chaos depicted in this photograph, it is an important reminder of the rich historical context of the time and the complex political dynamics that shaped French society in the interwar period. The image also underscores the importance of freedom of speech and assembly, and the need for peaceful resolution of political conflicts.
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