Red Army Propaganda 1918
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Red Army Propaganda 1918
A propaganda vehicle with newspapers and a phonograph, manned by the Red Army, doing the rounds in the Ural Mountains
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Communist Manned Phonograph Propaganda Rounds Ural
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the intensity and determination of the Red Army's propaganda efforts during the tumultuous year of 1918 in the Ural Mountains of Russia. The photograph shows a Red Army vehicle, laden with newspapers and a phonograph, making its way through the rugged terrain. The soldiers manning the vehicle are focused and resolute, their expressions reflecting the gravity of the task at hand. The use of both print media and recorded sound was a innovative and effective means of disseminating information and rallying support for the Bolshevik cause during the Russian Civil War. The newspapers, likely carrying news of Red Army victories and Communist Party decrees, would have reached a wide audience as the vehicle traveled from town to town. The phonograph, a relatively new technology at the time, would have allowed the soldiers to play recorded speeches and music, further bolstering morale and spreading the revolutionary message. The backdrop of the Ural Mountains adds a sense of ruggedness and remoteness to the scene, underscoring the challenges faced by the Red Army as they sought to spread their message and consolidate their power in the face of opposition from various anti-Bolshevik forces. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the pivotal role that propaganda played in shaping the course of Russian history during this period, and the enduring power of communication to inspire and mobilize people in times of upheaval.
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