[Music] welcome to the history and focus Channel be sure to subscribe to the channel so you don't miss more videos like this one in 1941 Albina Mali hoar at just 16 years old became a member of the Slovenian people's Liberation movement at 17 while fighting as part of the resistance against the Nazi occupation she was wounded twice return of a German soldier from Soviet captivity in Germany in 1956 taken to war when his son was just one year old he returns after a decade of Separation a farmer is photographed painting white stripes on her cow
a practical measure to increase the animals visibility at night and prevent car accidents this precaution was especially important during blackout conditions when Road lighting was reduced or non-existent in 1962 aircraft tester George ered nearly lost his life when he was ejected Sideways from his plane during a test flight AED ejected from the aircraft Landing in a nursery near the crash site the fall resulted in fractures in both legs but AED survived this incident highlights the dangers and risks faced by test pilots during an era of Rapid advancements in aviation amid the turmoil of the Soviet
invasion in 1968 a photographer captures the exact moment Soviet tanks began to invade Prague this photograph taken under extreme risk was miraculously ly smuggled out of Czechoslovakia providing the world with a rare and direct look at the brutality of the invasion a woman tests a stroller designed to be resistant to gas attacks in hexal England in 1938 shortly before the outbreak of World War II this equipment was developed in response to the fear of chemical weapons attacks a legacy of World War I the image shows the precautionary measures adopted by the British government to protect
civilians especially children against possible threats of poisonous gas beach volleyball Venice Beach California June 1934 in 1935 in the Texas Dust Bowl an imposing dust storm is captured approaching about to engulf everything in its path the image depicts the harsh reality faced by rural communities during this devastating period dust storms caused by poor agricultural practices and severe droughts turned vast areas into deserts destroying crops and forcing thousands of families to abandon their land in 1925 Smoky Buchanan of the West Palm Beach police force is photographed measuring Betty fringle swimsuit in Palm Beach this record shows
the strict enforcement of Beachwear regulations introduced by sensors of the time the rules set specific standards for swimwear reflecting the social and moral Norms of the 1920s men observing the gigantic moai statues of Easter Island in Polynesia in 1922 these imposing Stone sculptures carved by the Island's ancient inhabitants fascinated explorers and scientists with their mystery and Grandeur in 1928 Soviet peasants are photographed listening to the radio for the first time we can see their reaction to the introduction of new communication Technologies in rural Soviet life the radio a symbol of progress and modernity began to
connect isolated communities with the outside world disseminating information music and propaganda in 1904 a German immigrant couple is photographed with their eight children on Ellis Island United States this was a family that like many other immigrants crossed the Atlantic in search of New Opportunities and a better future Ellis Island the main entry point for millions of immigrants to America symbolized Hope and New Beginnings in Tokyo in 1935 a noodle delivery man is photographed pedaling with one hand while balancing dozens of boxes of soba noodles soba a type of traditional Japanese noodle was and still is
a popular food in the country's culture in 1885 explorers make an impressive Discovery in the depths of the jungles of Honduras an ancient Mayan statue to this archaeological find highlights the rich cultural and historical Heritage of the Mayan civilization which flourished in mesoamerica the discovery of the statue hidden for Centuries by dense vegetation provided valuable insights into Mayan art religion and Society rat catcher working in the sewers of Liverpool United Kingdom employed in Europe to keep the rat population under control these workers played a crucial role in preventing the spread of diseases to humans most
notably the black plague and in protecting Food Supplies the rat catchers with their specialized skills provided vital defense against the health and economic threats posed by rodent infestations dog handler reading a message brought by a messenger dog that had just swam across a canal in France during World War I in 1915 these War animals were vital to the armies especially for communication in difficult and dangerous terrains where other methods might fail messenger dogs were trained to carry critical information across Enemy Lines and natural obstacles Chester mdaf in New York with his armored diving suit in
1914 mcfi built the first underwater armor equipped with ball bearings an innovation that allowed greater mobility and safety at extreme depths using this revolutionary suit he set a new American deep sea diving record by descending to a depth of 212 ft a couple next to their BMW isest the micro car this small and compact vehicle which became popular in the Years following World War II symbolizes Innovation and adaptation to the New Economic needs of the time the BMW Isetta with its unique front-door design and fuel efficiency reflected the Quest for accessible and practical Mobility during
a period of reconstruction and growth in the 1950s Jewish prisoners are photographed after being liberated from a death train at the end of World War II in 1945 in the photo we can see the moment of relief and freedom for the survivors of the horrors of the Holocaust the death trains used by the Nazis to transport Jews and other prisoners to concentration and extermination camps symbolize the brutality and genocide of the Nazi era The Liberation of these prisoners marks the end of a period of indescribable suffering and the beginning of a painful path of recovery
and Remembrance to ensure it never happens again a man holding a punt gun a type of extremely large shotgun used for hunting ducks this impressive weapon could kill more than 50 birds at once reflecting the efficiency but also the brutality of the hunting methods of the time the pun gun was often mounted on small boats called punts and used by commercial Hunters to maximize their catches however due to the devastating impact on waterfoul populations the use of this weapon was banned in the late 1960s wounded British soldier is photographed taking bandages from a Red Cross
dog in 1915 these trained dogs played a vital role in transporting medical supplies and assisting wounded soldiers Red Cross dogs equipped with small backpacks containing bandages and other first aid materials were sent to dangerous areas where human Medics could not easily reach pearl diver from the Mississippi River United States preparing to dive into the river using a car's gas tank as an improvised helmet in 1938 the improvised helmet served as an air chamber allowing the diver to breathe while searching for pearls in the river's depths Italian inventor Davida chisi test ing his Innovative one-wheel motorcycle
in France in 1933 the one-wheeled motorcycle also known as a motorized unicycle was designed to balance and move with a single Tire challenging traditional motorcycle design conventions German Airship Hindenberg in Flames after exploding at the US Naval Station in New Jersey on May 6th 1937 this tragic disaster resulted in the deaths of 36 people occurring at the end of a 60-hour transatlantic flight from Germany the image of the Hindenberg in Flames became a symbol of the fragility and dangers associated with airships marking the end of the golden age of these Giants of the sky the
disaster shocked the world and had a profound impact on Aviation leading to the decline of airships as a means of Passenger transport Chinese soldiers begging for their lives from a South Korean soldier in 1951 during the Korean War this event occurring amid the brutal conflict that divided the Korean Peninsula reflects the intensity and hopelessness of the fighting Chinese forces had entered the war in support of the north while South Korean troops backed by the United States and other un Nations fought to defend the South this striking photograph shows British soldiers blinded by poisonous gas in
line walking towards a dressing station in April 1918 the use of poisonous gas such as mustard gas caused temporary or permanent blindness severe burns and respiratory difficulties worker carving one of the Colossal faces of Mount Rushmore in the 1940s this patriotic Monument honors four United States presidents George Washington Thomas Jefferson Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln with each face measuring 18 M high and carved into a mountain in the Black Hills of South Dakota USA the hard work of the sculptors and workers under the direction of Goodson Borglum transformed the mountain into a lasting symbol of
American Pride and history teenagers from the 1950s we can see the difference compared to today Graves of a Catholic woman and her Protestant husband separated by a wall in a cemetery in the Netherlands in 1888 despite this physical barrier the graves positioned close together and extending hands in sculpture symbolized the couple's love and Union Beyond religious differences Brooklyn Bridge painters hanging from its cables in 1914 the Brooklyn Bridge completed in 1883 is an engineering Marvel and a symbol of progress in 1902 child workers gathered in the Streets of Philadelphia forming a determined crowd the child
labor strike led by Union activist Mother Jones highlighted the inhumane conditions faced by Young workers in the city's factories and mines these children some as young as six demanded better working conditions and an end to child exploitation the event attracted national attention spurring labor reforms and changes in child labor protection laws in the United States Disneyland canteen intended for theme park employees where employees known as cast members took their breaks a man later identified as August landmesser refuses to salute Hitler during a ship launching ceremony in Hamburg Germany in 1936 he had married a Jewish
woman Irma Eckler which resulted in persecution due to Nazi racial laws landmesser was imprisoned twice and eventually separated from his family his wife was sent to a concentration camp where she died and landmesser was forced to serve in the Army disappearing during the war Elvis Presley was drafted for military service in March 1958 interrupting his music career at the height of his popularity Elvis's decision to fulfill his military duty rather than seeking a special exemption due to his Fame was widely admired and reinforced his positive Public Image he was assigned to the third Armored Division
at Fort Hood Texas for basic training before being sent to serve in West Germany during his time in the Army Elvis performed his duties with with dedication earning respect from both his fellow soldiers and his superiors this group of children took care of and fed this dog after its owner died in England in 1936 the children took turns feeding the dog ensuring it had shelter and Company even so we can see the sadness in the dog's face probably missing its owner not knowing what had happened to him a street car conductor in Seattle not allowing
passengers on board without a mask during the Spanish Flu pandemic in 1918 during this period strict Public Health measures were implemented to contain the spread of the deadly virus in Seattle a street car conductor became famous for his firmness in enforcing these rules refusing to allow any passenger to board without wearing a face mask the Spanish Flu was one of the most devastating pandemics in history infecting approximately onethird of the world's population and causing millions of deaths Austrian boy receiving new shoes during World War II during World War II amidst the destruction and deprivation that
ravaged Europe small acts of kindness brought moments of relief and hope an iconic photograph from 1946 captured the pure joy of an Austrian boy upon receiving a new pair of shoes at a time when most children faced shortages of food clothing and shelter having a new pair of shoes was an unimaginable luxury at the Berlin Olympics in 1936 Jesse Owens is captured crossing the finish line of the 200 meter race in this historic moment Owens broke the world record with a time of 20.7 seconds the event took place under the eyes of Adolf Hitler's Nazi
regime which used the games to promote the ideology of Aryan superiority Owen's performance as an African-American athlete challenged these beliefs becoming a milestone in sports history and racial issues Native Americans between 1907 and 1913 the photograph depicts the practices clothing and Landscapes of the indigenous peoples this photo provides valuable insight into the traditions and way of life of Native Americans during a period of great change and challenges New York City 1957 a llama in Time Square a child with me in 1953 is seen sitting and eating alone during a coronation party in Chelsea England this
was a social distancing practice adopted to contain the spread of contagious diseases even during festive events the image taken during the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II highlights the public health measures in place at the time to prevent the spread of diseases a fleet of conquerors lined up at London's Heathrow Airport in 1986 these planes icons of innovation and Engineering symbolize the Pinnacle of high-speed commercial Aviation operated mainly by British Airways and Air France the Concords could cross the Atlantic in about 3 hours redefining luxury and efficient air travel in 1889 Alexander Gustav Eiffel on the
left is photographed exploring the newly completed Eiffel Tower with a friend this historic moment captures the realization of one of the world's most iconic landmarks designed by Eiffel for the Paris Universal Exposition the tower initially criticized became a symbol of innovation and Engineering highlighting the technological advancement of the industrial era photo of the Statue of Liberty's face before it was assembled into its final version in 1885 the Statue of Liberty arrived in New York City as a Monumental gift from the people of France the Colossal neoclassical structure composed of three 50 individual pieces was meticulously
unpacked and assembled over 4 months this complex assembly took place on bed's Island now Liberty Island symbolizing franco-american friendship and the celebration of freedom and democracy on October 1st 1940 in Canada a poignant photograph captures a painful farewell moment a son running after his father as he marched with the Army going to World War II family separations marked the lives of many during the global conflict Italian troops lifting a gun a dog and a soldier on a mountain in the Italian Alps this image highlights the extreme challenges faced by soldiers in the harsh conditions of
the Alpine mountains the inhospitable terrain required complex Logistics and the use of animals to transport equipment and supplies Manhattan New York Circa 1917 a horsedrawn carriage and and a modern street car side by side this image illustrates a moment of transition in urban Transportation history where traditional and Innovative methods shared the busy city streets the street car a symbol of progress and modernity represented the evolution of public transportation infrastructure while the horsedrawn carriage remained a vestage of an earlier era French actress brigit BAU at 19 is captured enjoying the sun on a beach in can
in 1953 Cana was already known for its Glamour and its famous film festival attracting celebrities and artists from around the world this image shows bardeaux at the beginning of her career before becoming an international icon of Cinema and fashion a lady with a spinning wheel in Ireland is depicted in an 1890 image the spinning wheel an essential device for spinning fiber threads played a crucial role in the cotton textile industry before the Industrial Revolution this tool allowed the manual production of threads which were later woven into Fabrics this was a moment in rural Irish life
where traditional practices were still common even with the Advent of industrial machines the British Airship r33 is seen in its hanger preparing for its first flight at an Aerodrome in North Yorkshire England in 1919 this imposing airship represented a milestone in British Aviation being one of the largest and most advanced of its time we can see the Grandeur and complexity of the aircraft highlighting the technological advances of the post World War I period Arnold Schwarzenegger at his physical peak in the 1960s during this period Schwarzenegger was establishing himself as a force in the bodybuilding World
winning important titles such as Mr Universe this phase marked the beginning of a multifaceted career that would include successes as an actor in Hollywood businessman and politician British model Jenny CLA is seen posing next to her Austin mini car in London during the 1970s we can see the style and fashion of the time reflecting the popularity of the iconic Austin mini a symbol of British practicality and design a young woman is photographed doing the limbo dance at a nightclub in Los Angeles around 1964 although limbo became popular in the 1950s it continued to be an
attraction at social events and clubs in the 60s the dance originating from Trinidad and Tobago involves participants leaning backward to pass under a horizontal bar that is progressively lowered a h drawn carriage passing through a strategically cut section of the base of a giant sequoia in the Sierra Nevada Mountains California USA in 1879 this image shows a common practice of the time where tunnels were carved into the enormous trees to demonstrate their colossal size and attract tourists the Seas some of the oldest and tallest trees in the world were symbols of California's natural Grandeur Marilyn
Monroe the iconic American actress model and singer relaxing on a beach in the USA in the 1950s Monroe was at the High of her career becoming a symbol of Hollywood Beauty and glamour US Navy Airship hovering over the Atlantic searching for any sign of enemy submarines during World War II in June 1943 at that time the use of airships was common as part of the patrol and surveillance strategy essential to protecting Allied shipping routes from German submarine attacks airships with their extended flight capability and Superior visibility played a crucial role in detecting and neutralizing submarine
threats significantly contributing to the war efforts in the Atlantic theater American World War II veterans at Arlington National Cemetery in 1951 United States this image captures a moment of reflection and homage where veterans pay tribute to their fallen comrades Arlington one of the most revered military cemeteries in the country symbolizes the sacrifice and bravery of the soldiers who served in the armed forces actress Susan Peters riding a bicycle in California in 1942 at 18 Peters was discovered by Hollywood and quickly became a rising star her promising career however was tragically interrupted at 24 when she
was paralyzed in an accident with her own hunting gun struggling against the challenges of paralysis Peters continued to act sporadically but her health declined leading to her death from kidney failure at 31 more than 100 people gather around a giant sequoia in California creating an impressive image that highlights the magnitude of these ancient trees in 1917 the Seas some of the largest and oldest trees in the world are true natural monuments an immigrant family in the USA after having just passed the country's strict entry examination looking hopefully at the New York skyline while awaiting the
government Ferry on August 13th 1925 thousands of New Yorkers are photographed following the news of D-Day on the electronic ticker of the New York Times building on the morning of June 6th 1944 when the sun rose in New York City the first and second waves of American and Allied troops had already landed under intense German fire on the beaches of Normandy this Landmark moment of World War II known as D-Day was a crucial turning point in the fight against Nazi forces in the 1970s excavations of the Sphinx statue in Giza near Cairo Egypt revealed significant
details of this iconic Monument the restoration and preservation Works were fundamental in better understanding the history and architecture of this ancient wonder the Sphinx with its Majestic Pharaoh head and lion body symbolizes the Grandeur and mystery of Egyptian civil Iz ation an American World War II veteran with a disability is photographed looking at the Golden Gate Bridge with his son in California USA in 1959 The Bridge completed in 1937 represents American engineering progress an Italian monk wearing a funeral mask in 1892 funeral masks were often used in ceremonies to honor the dead symbolizing the passage
to the afterlife and helping to preserve the memory of the deceased a group of Soviet students presented a US ambassador with a carved American seal as a gesture of friendship in 1945 the Ambassador delighted with the symbolic gift hung the seal in his office however 7 years later in 1952 it was discovered that the gift contained a listening device this device known as the thing was a sophisticated Espionage tool developed by the C GB which allowed conversations in the ambassador's office to be monitored without his knowledge a carrier pigeon is photographed being released from a
watch on the side of a British tank on August 9th 1918 this was a crucial communication moment in combat times highlighting the vital role of carrier pigeons in message transmission in a period when radio communication was still limited and often interrupted pigeons offered a reliable way to transmit strategic information between the front lines and rear commands Unknown Soldier with the phrase war is Hell written on his helmet in 1965 during the Vietnam war organizers of the Boston Marathon trying to stop Katherine Switzer from participating in the race in 1967 despite their efforts Switzer became the
first woman to complete the marathon Switzer who registered with her initials KV Switzer to avoid being recognized as a woman defied the rules and proved that women were capable of competing in long-distance races Albert Einstein in the summer of 1939 in Nassau Point Long Island New York shortly before the turmoil of World War II during this period Einstein was deeply involved in scientific and political issues including his famous letter to President Franklin D Roosevelt which warned of the potential development of nuclear weapons by Nazi Germany Nicola Tesla in his lab laboratory next to his magnifying
transmitter in Colorado Springs in 1899 Tesla is in the midst of one of his revolutionary experiments with electricity and wireless energy transmission the magnifying transmitter an advanced version of the Tesla coil was designed to explore the possibility of transmitting electricity through the atmosphere without wires actress Audrey Hepburn is photographed in a supermarket in Beverly Hills accompanied by her pet deer IP in 1958 heurn adopted IP while filming the movie Green mansions and the deer became a close companion painters painting the Eiffel Tower without any apparent safety equipment 1932 the Eiffel Tower built in 1889 requires
regular maintenance to preserve its iron structure the painters suspended at dizzying Heights and exposed to the elements reflect the risky working conditions of the time before the implementation of modern strict safety standards Norway receiving its first delivery of bananas a landmark event that symbolized the globalization of trade and the introduction of new exotic products to the country before this date bananas were unknown to most Norwegians and their arrival brought a new dimension to the local market the iconic photo Easter eggs for Hitler shows Allied Soldiers with bombs bearing messages addressed to Adolf Hitler these bombs
often decorated with disdainful words were intended to boost the morale of Allied troops and demoralize the Nazi enemy during the final months of World War II the practice of inscribing messages on bombs was a form of psychological propaganda to boost the esteem of American troops Coca-Cola arrived in France marking a significant moment in the global expansion of the American brand in 1950 this introduction represented not only the arrival of a new beverage but also the penetration of American culture into post World War II Europe cocaa already an icon in the United States quickly gained popularity
among the French photo of Chay gavara and Fidel Castro fishing in 1960 they became known as the two Cuban revolutionary leaders being Central to the Cuban Revolution and the subsequent socialist transformation of Cuba the revolution which culminated in 19 59 led to the overthrow of feno Batista's regime and the establishment of a communist government led by Castro with Gara playing key roles as a military commander and ideological figure into the jaws of death one of the most iconic photographs of D-Day taken on June 6th 1944 during the Normandy invasion in World War II captured by
photographer Robert F sergant the image shows American soldiers disembarking from a Higgins transport boat advancing towards Omaha Beach under intense enemy fire D-Day marked the beginning of the liberation of Nazi occupied Europe and was a crucial turning point in the war a girl sitting with her doll in the ruins of her bombed out home in London in 1940 this photo was taken during the Blitz the intense air raid carried out by Nazi Germany against the United Kingdom during World War II three men are photographed running the marathon at the first modern Olympic Games held in
Athens Greece in 1896 the Olympic Games that year brought together athletes from various Nations competing in several Sports the marathon with its 40 km approximately 25m course was one of the most challenging and exciting events the race was won by Greek spiritan Louie who became a national hero group of women painting propaganda posters in Port Washington New York in 1942 propaganda posters were a vital tool for mobilizing public support encouraging the purchase of war bonds promoting the rationing of food and other resources and maintaining public morale George blind a member of the French Resistance smiling
at a German firing squad in 1944 George blind was part of the French Resistance an underground movement that fought against the German occupation carrying out acts of sabotage Espionage and support for the Allies George blind's smile in the face of death shows moral resistance and the indomitable will to fight against depression facade inspectors hanging above the city's Mist they are suspended on platforms or safety harnesses carefully examining the structural Integrity of a building this job was essential to ensure the safety of buildings especially during a time of rapid Urban expansion and skyscraper construction women mocking
a sign on Miami Beach that required full bathing suits in Florida in 1934 a mother waiting for news of her son during the arrival of a World War II prisoner in her town in the left corner of the image the mother shows the prisoner of war a photo of her son missing an action during the conflict hoping to obtain any information about his whereabouts this shows us the anguish and hope that permeated the lives of families during and after the war unfortunately the fate of the young man remains unknown archaeologists discovered the tomb of pharaoh
tutan camoon in the Valley of the Kings Egypt finding The Unbroken seal that had remained untouched for 3,245 years this discovery in 1922 was led by Howard Carter and is one of the most significant in archaeological history the intact seal indicated that the tomb had not been violated by lutters preserving an invaluable Treasure of artifacts and information about life and death in ancient Egyptian civilization the discovery of Tuten Common's tomb provided an unprecedented insight into the ferary rituals and power of ancient Egypt and The Unbroken seal became a symbol of the durability and mystery of
this ancient civilization in 1862 edgewear Road Station in London witnessed the world's first subway trip this inaugural Journey marked the beginning of a new and revolutionary Urban transportation system the London Underground known as the tube was a milestone in civil engineering and urban infrastructure providing an Innovative solution at the time for traffic congestion problems in the growing Metropolis the first line operated by the Metropolitan Railway connected Paddington to Fairington and was initially powered by steam locomotives in December 1961 The Beatles played to just 18 people at the aler shot Club in England this event shows
the band's meteoric trajectory which just a year and a half later would become a global sensation and music Superstars at that time the Beatles composed of John Lennon Paul McCartney George Harrison and Ringo Star were still in their early steps perfecting their sound and performance photo of the Titanic passenger liner in Southampton England shortly before departing on its maiden voyage to New York on April 10th 1912 in the photo we can see the Grandeur and luxury of the Titanic which was considered the largest and most advanced ship of its time built by the White Star
Line the Titanic symbolized The Innovation and progress of early 20th century Naval engineering the last known photo of the Titanic above water was taken in 1912 before its fateful maiden voyage this ship considered a Marvel of modern engineering of its time departed from Southampton England towards New York the photograph captures the imposing ocean liner in its full State shortly before it collided with an iceberg and sank in the North Atlantic the disaster resulted in the deaths of over 1,500 people and left a lasting Legacy in Maritime history Young News boy Ned parfett selling the evening
paper that carried the devastating news that the Titanic had sunk the night before on April 16th 1912 parfett holds a copy of the paper with the headline about the tragedy the Titanic the largest and most luxurious passenger ship of its time departed from Southampton on its maiden voyage on April 10th 1912 however the ship collided with an iceberg and sank in the North Atlantic on the night of of April 14th to 15 resulting in the deaths of over 1,500 people the news of its sinking spread quickly causing shock and sadness worldwide women delivering ice blocks
during World War I in 1918 with many men on the front lines women took on various traditionally male roles including physically demanding jobs like ice delivery at that time before the popularization of electric refrigerators I blocks were essential for preserving food and Medicine ice delivery women played a crucial role in urban life ensuring that households and businesses could keep perishable products fresh in 1900 us Cavalry soldiers are seen posing in front of the Towering Sequoia known as the grizzly Giant in yosity National Park this tree one of the Park's most famous and oldest still stands
today the grizzly giant remains a Living testament to the natural Grandeur and history of the Park Chicago 1948 the Great Depression still haunted the United States and the Shifu family was a reflection of this harsh reality Rey an unemployed truck driver and Lucille his wife faced eviction desperate they put their four children up for sale the iconic photo of the forsale sign in the yard with the children sitting on the steps shocked the country but the story goes beyond on the image extreme poverty led to drastic decisions and the children's fate was marked by abuse
and suffering Rayanne sold and abused Milton enslaved on a farm and Lana whose fate remained obscure only Sue Ellen Found a stable adoptive home decades later in old age Rayanne and Sue Ellen reunited revealing their truths I was sold for $2 so my mother could play Bingo rayan lamented and because her boyfriend didn't want us Sue Ellen bitter stated about their mother she deserves to be burning in Hell the sister's words showed the pain and Trauma of a stolen childhood a sad Legacy of the poverty and despair that marked the shalaho family's history an unauthorized
photo captures Joseph Stalin at the exact moment he was informed that German armies were about to take Kev during World War II in August 1941 we can see the tension and concern on the Soviet leaders face reflecting the gravity of the situation the imminent fall of Kiev represented a significant threat to the Soviet Union as it marked a crucial advance of Nazi forces on the Eastern Front German civilian looking at a large poster of ysep Stalin in Central Berlin after the end of World War II in Europe on June 3rd [Music] 1945 this image symbolizes
the new political and Military reality that the city and Country faced after the Nazi defeat Berlin divided among the Allies was under occupation and the presence of Stalin's poster reflected the significant influence of the Soviet Union in the region in August 1969 this was the immense crowd present at the Woodstock Music Festival held in bethl New York this historic event officially known as the Woodstock music and art fair attracted about 4 100,000 people and became a symbol of the 60s counterculture and the hippie movement [Music]