Siberian convicts taking lunch by the roadside (common criminals), between 1885 and 1886. Creator: Unknown

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Siberian convicts taking lunch by the roadside (common criminals), between 1885 and 1886. Creator: Unknown

Siberian convicts taking lunch by the roadside (common criminals), between 1885 and 1886

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1880s Convict Convicts Criminal Criminals Eating Lunch Luncheon Meal Mealtime Prisoner Prisoners Roadside Siberia Siberian Thoroughfare Wayside Meeting Of Frontiers

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for a group of Siberian convicts during their arduous journey through the vast Russian wilderness. Taken between 1885 and 1886, the image shows the convicts seated by the roadside, taking their lunch amidst the rugged terrain. Their worn clothing and weary expressions speak to the harsh conditions they endured as common criminals serving their sentences in Siberia. The photograph offers a glimpse into the meeting of frontiers, where the civilized world met the raw, untamed wilderness of Siberia. The convicts, bound by their shared fate, appear to momentarily put aside their struggles and come together for a communal meal. The image is a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to find moments of connection and sustenance even in the most challenging circumstances. This historical photograph is a valuable addition to the Library of Congress's vast collection of 19th-century images, providing a window into a bygone era and a testament to the human experience.

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