Russian armoured car rattles through Polish town, 1939
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Russian armoured car rattles through Polish town, 1939
The advance of the Russian Army into Poland. Scene in Rakov, a small Polish town of typical wooden houses. As the countryside was practically unoccupied by Polish forces these armoured columns advanced at a pace of forty miles a day. The Russian and German armies met at Brest-Litovsk in central Poland at this time to discuss the division of invaded Poland. Date: 1939
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In this evocative image, an Russian armored car rumbles through the quiet, cobblestone streets of Rakov, a small Polish town, during the invasion of Poland in September 1939. The peaceful scene of typical wooden houses and quaint cobblestones is disrupted by the relentless advance of the Russian Army. With the countryside largely unoccupied by Polish forces, these armored columns were able to move at a rapid pace of forty miles a day. At this time, the Russian and German armies were meeting at Brest-Litovsk in central Poland to discuss the division of the invaded country. The Second World War was unfolding, and the fate of Poland hung in the balance. The image captures a moment of transition, as the idyllic village life is disrupted by the harsh realities of war. The Russian armored car, with its menacing presence, stands in stark contrast to the quaint houses and cobbled streets. The scene is a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of war on civilian populations, as peaceful communities were torn apart by the advancing armies. The image is a powerful testament to the events of that time, and offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a moment in history that continues to shape our world today. The image is from the archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, and is a valuable addition to any collection of historical photographs. It is a reminder of the importance of preserving history, and of the role that images play in helping us to understand the past.
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