Russia's Traetment of her Prisoners; Notes at Kharsakov, Saghalien, Eastern Siberia; Carpenters Sh Creator: Unknown

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Russia's Traetment of her Prisoners; Notes at Kharsakov, Saghalien, Eastern Siberia; Carpenters Sh Creator: Unknown

Russia's Treatment of her Prisoners; Notes at Kharsakov, Saghalien, Eastern Siberia; Carpenters Shop, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

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Carpentry Convict Convicts Guards Penitentiary Prison Prisoner Prisoners Siberia The Graphic

EDITORS COMMENTS
is an evocative and thought-provoking photograph from the late 19th century, published in "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper" in 1890. The image captures a scene inside a carpentry workshop in a Russian penal colony in Siberia, with a group of male convicts at work under the watchful eye of their guards. The photograph offers a stark contrast between the harsh prison environment and the mundane routine of the carpentry workshop. The convicts, dressed in tattered clothing and with tired expressions on their faces, are engaged in their work, focusing intently on their tasks. The guards, dressed in uniforms and armed with rifles, stand at the ready, their stern faces betraying no emotion. The title of the photograph, "Russia's Treatment of her Prisoners," suggests that the image was intended to raise awareness about the conditions of Russian prisons and the treatment of convicts during this period. The location is specified as Kharsakov in Saghalien, Eastern Siberia, which was known for its harsh climate and difficult living conditions. Despite the somber subject matter, the photograph is also a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit. The convicts, despite their circumstances, are shown working together, using their skills to create something useful. The image challenges us to consider the complexities of the criminal justice system and the human experience within it. This photograph is an important historical record of a little-known aspect of Russian history and the criminal justice system during the Victorian era. Its haunting image has lost none of its power to provoke thought and reflection, making it a valuable addition to any collection of historical photographs or social history.

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