Category: Soviet Union

Destruction and aftermath of a wartime city destroyed by fire and explosions with people gathering during the winter season. Historical black and white photograph capturing the impact of war on urban areas.

March 2, 1940 – View From Helsinki – The Soviet-Finnish Winter War

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Soldiers resting on snowy battlefield during wartime, black and white historical military scene, reflecting news history and war reporting.

February 13, 1951: War In Korea – Withdrawals, Maneuvering, Condemnation And Celebrations Of An Alliance.

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Large propaganda mural of Lenin on red background in Soviet Union, street scene with police and passerby during Cold War era, historical political art focus.

February 3, 1990 – Moscow: The Power Shift – Bulgaria: Big Changes – South Africa: The Big Deep Breath.

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January 30, 1948 – “Bapuji Is No More!” – The Assassination Of Gandhi.

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A man waving from inside a vehicle, smiling and greeting outdoors, captured through a car window.

December 4, 1988 – Gorbachev: “A Christmas Gift To The American People” – Elizabeth Dole To The UN – Argentine Troops March Towards Confrontation.

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