A group of hard-labor convicts (common criminals) in Siberia, between 1885 and 1886. Creator: Unknown

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A group of hard-labor convicts (common criminals) in Siberia, between 1885 and 1886. Creator: Unknown

A group of hard-labor convicts (common criminals) in Siberia, between 1885 and 1886

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1880s Coats Convict Convicts Criminal Criminals Hard Labour Hats Prisoner Prisoners Siberia Siberian Group Portrait Meeting Of Frontiers

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a group of hard-labor convicts in Siberia during the late 1880s. The image, taken between 1885 and 1886, offers a stark glimpse into the harsh realities of life for common criminals in Russia during this period. The convicts, dressed in drab and worn clothing, huddle together for warmth in the cold Siberian climate. Their expressions are somber and resigned, reflecting the long hours of grueling labor that lay ahead. The men wear simple coats and hats, their clothing worn thin from the harsh conditions of their sentence. Some wear caps, while others don hats with earflaps to protect against the biting wind. The group is gathered in a desolate location, likely a remote outpost in the vast Siberian wilderness. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of punishment and the meeting of frontiers, both geographical and societal, during this era. The photograph is a valuable historical artifact, offering insight into the lives of convicts in Russia during the late 19th century. It is a poignant reminder of the human experience, and the enduring resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The image is held in the Library of Congress, a testament to its historical significance and the importance of preserving our heritage for future generations.

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