Lenin's mausoleum, Construction, Red Square

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Lenin's mausoleum, Construction, Red Square

The Russian Communist revolutionary Vladimir Lenin died of a stroke on the 21st of January 1924. Due to the exceptional public support he received whilst alive it was deemed fitting to honour him in an exceptional manor, a grand wooden Mausoleum was therefore build on Red Square in the centre of Moscow, Russia. Date: 1924

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Build Communist Constructing Died Erecting Grave Lenin Lenins Mausoleum Moscow Revolutionary Stroke Temporary Tomb Vladimir

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The print captures the construction of Lenin's mausoleum on Red Square in Moscow, Russia in 1924. This grand wooden structure was built to honor the Russian Communist revolutionary, Vladimir Lenin, who died of a stroke earlier that year. The exceptional public support he received during his lifetime warranted an equally exceptional tribute after his passing. The image showcases the meticulous process of building and erecting this temporary tomb for Lenin, a historical figure whose legacy continues to shape Russian history. The Mausoleum stands as a symbol of reverence and remembrance for a man who played a pivotal role in shaping the course of Russian politics and society. As workers labor diligently to complete the construction, one can't help but feel the weight of history and significance surrounding this monumental project. The Mausoleum would go on to become a site of pilgrimage for Communists and admirers from around the world, solidifying Lenin's place as an iconic figure in global revolutionary movements. This print serves as a poignant reminder of Lenin's enduring impact on Russian history and politics, capturing a moment frozen in time that continues to resonate with viewers today.

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