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The Moscow-Volga Canal is opened, 1937
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The Moscow-Volga Canal is opened, 1937
The Moscow-Volga Canal is opened, 1937. Found in the Collection of Russian State Library, Moscow
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Archipelag Gulag Dictator General Secretary Great Purge Great Terror Gulag Josef Stalin Joseph Stalin Leader Leader Of The Soviet Union Persecution Repression Russian State Library Socialism Soviet Soviet Political Agitation Art Soviet Union Stalin Stalinism Terror Ussr Colour Lithograph Poster And Graphic Design
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This print captures a monumental moment in Russian history - the opening of the Moscow-Volga Canal in 1937. The image, found in the Collection of Russian State Library in Moscow, showcases a fleet of ships sailing through the newly constructed canal. The significance of this event goes beyond mere infrastructure development; it symbolizes Joseph Stalin's vision for transforming Russia into an industrial powerhouse. As the leader and dictator of the Soviet Union, Stalin sought to consolidate his power and promote socialism through massive public works projects like this canal. However, behind this seemingly triumphant scene lies a dark undercurrent. This photograph serves as a reminder of the repression and persecution that characterized Stalin's regime. Known for his brutal tactics during what became known as the Great Purge or Great Terror, Stalin used fear and violence to maintain control over his people. The mention of gulags is particularly poignant here, alluding to the forced labor camps where countless individuals suffered under Stalin's rule. The artist responsible for this fine art lithograph poster was Konstantin Stanislavovich Sobolevsky, who tragically perished at a young age just months after completing this work. As we reflect on this historical artifact from Soviet political agitation art, let us not forget its complex context - one that encompasses both grand ambitions and human suffering intertwined with Joseph Stalin's reign as General Secretary and First Secretary of the Central Committee of Communist Party.
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