Jigsaw Puzzle : Russian Cossack soldiers, eastern front, WW1
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Russian Cossack soldiers, eastern front, WW1
Russian Cossack soldiers on horseback on the eastern front during the First World War. It is suggested that they are rallying to a counter-revolutionary call from General Kornilov, in September 1917, who was planning to march on Petrograd (St Petersburg) and seize control. Date: circa 1917
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Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Immerse yourself in history with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intricately detailed puzzle features an evocative image of Russian Cossack soldiers on horseback, rallying on the eastern front during World War I. This historical moment, captured in this Rights Managed image from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back to September 1917, where the Cossacks answered General Kornilov's call to suppress the revolution. Engage your mind, challenge yourself, and connect with history as you piece together this beautiful puzzle. Discover the thrill of history in every piece.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 76cm x 44.6cm (29.9" x 17.6")
Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.2cm (29.9" x 19.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the chaos and turmoil of the Russian Revolution in 1917, a determined group of Cossack soldiers on horseback rally together on the Eastern Front. With the call to action from General Kornilov, these brave men, embodying the proud and storied tradition of the Russian Cavalry, prepare to march on Petrograd (now St. Petersburg) in an attempt to seize control and thwart the ongoing Bolshevik Revolution. The First World War had left Russia in a state of political and social upheaval, and the Russian Army, once a formidable force, was now fractured and demoralized. General Kornilov, a respected military leader, believed he could restore order and stability by overthrowing the Provisional Government and replacing it with a more authoritarian regime. However, his plans were met with resistance from both the Bolsheviks and the military high command. The Cossack soldiers in this photograph, their faces set with determination and resolve, represent the last vestiges of the old order. Clad in their distinctive uniforms and riding their trusty steeds, they charge forward, ready to defend their beliefs and their homeland against the tide of revolution. The scene is one of both hope and desperation, as the fate of Russia hangs in the balance. This powerful image, captured during the waning days of the First World War, is a poignant reminder of the complex and tumultuous history of Russia during this period. It stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the soldiers who fought and died for their cause, and to the enduring legacy of the Cossack tradition in Russian history.
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