The Siege of Leningrad was broken in the wake of Operation Iskra, a full-scale offensive conducted by the Leningrad and Volkhov Fronts. The offensive started in the morning of January 12th, 1943. After fierce battles the Red Army units overcame the powerful German fortifications to the south of Lake Ladoga, and on January 18th, 1943 the Leningrad and Volkhov Fronts met, opening a 10–12 km wide land corridor, which could provide some relief to the besieged population of Leningrad. Yesterday, Russia celebrated the 69th anniversary of the breach of the blockade, so we offer you to see photographs made by combining those taken during the siege and those of today.
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We have no idea what sheer horror siege of Leningrad was and how brave were people of this city. Salut to them!
I have been visiting this site for a long time . I am absolutely fascinated with Russian culture.
This article is on of the best i have ever seen .Brilliant photography and overlay presentation . Warm regards from SUNNY South Africa
remarkable post!
Salute to the 10 million Russian brothers that perished in this sensless war.
Congratulations !
Salut to CCCP heroes and civilians!
One of my favorite posts here on ER. Well worth repeating. This and the one about Ostankino!
This is great idea. Truly fascinating and haunting, to see these juxtapositions.
Know that many appreciate this site! <3 from NYC
ditto as above.
Salute to the brave Russian people. One should remember their bravery for ever.
The photographers’ idea is excellent.
Salute to the brave Russian people. One should remember their bravery for ever. The photographer’s idea is excellent.
Good work guys,Some photos must make people sad i photo made me think.The girls pulling the body.
Witch would be worse the german death camps or here?
The Anne Frank House had a similar idea: http://www.annefrank.org/nl/Subsites/Amsterdam/
These kind of Photoshops bring the past much more closer to you.