In the 1990s, the fall of Communism created hope, on the one hand, culminating in Russia's first Democratic presidential elections in 1996, and on the other, instability, with the rise of corruption, poverty, crime, and an uncertain future. At a "Rock for Yeltsin" Concert on Red Square, fans rush toward the stage to get a glimpse of Yeltsin.
In the 1990s, the fall of Communism created hope, on the one hand, culminating in...READ ON
In the 1990s, the fall of Communism created hope, on the one hand, culminating in Russia's first Democratic presidential elections in 1996, and on the other, instability, with the rise of corruption, poverty, crime, and an uncertain future. At a "Rock for Yeltsin" Concert on Red Square, fans rush toward the stage to get a glimpse of Yeltsin.
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Bystanders watch as Russian troops take up positions around the White House of Russia parliament building during the 1993 constitutional crisis.
Bystanders watch as Russian troops take up positions around the White House of Russia...READ ON
Bystanders watch as Russian troops take up positions around the White House of Russia parliament building during the 1993 constitutional crisis.
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Russians wave their flag as tanks head toward the White House during the 1993 stand-off between President Yeltsin and the Russian parliament.
Russians wave their flag as tanks head toward the White House during the 1993 stand-off...READ ON
Russians wave their flag as tanks head toward the White House during the 1993 stand-off between President Yeltsin and the Russian parliament.
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Bloodied communist protesters walk away after a violent confrontation with police on May Day in Moscow.
Bloodied communist protesters walk away after a violent confrontation with police on May...READ ON
Bloodied communist protesters walk away after a violent confrontation with police on May Day in Moscow.
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A communist protester leaves the scene after a violent stand-off against the police in Moscow.
A communist protester leaves the scene after a violent stand-off against the police in Moscow.
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A mother weeps during the funeral of her son, a member of the Russian elite force-the Omon, who was killed when forces loyal to President Yeltsin took over the Parliament building.
A mother weeps during the funeral of her son, a member of the Russian elite force-the...READ ON
A mother weeps during the funeral of her son, a member of the Russian elite force-the Omon, who was killed when forces loyal to President Yeltsin took over the Parliament building.
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Police club concertgoers as they surge toward the stage during a "Rock for Yeltsin" concert on Red Square.
Police club concertgoers as they surge toward the stage during a "Rock for Yeltsin"...READ ON
Police club concertgoers as they surge toward the stage during a "Rock for Yeltsin" concert on Red Square.
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Crowds gather in Red Square in support of President Yeltsin as parliament threatens to impeach him.
Crowds gather in Red Square in support of President Yeltsin as parliament threatens to...READ ON
Crowds gather in Red Square in support of President Yeltsin as parliament threatens to impeach him.
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Young pioneers listen to communist presidential candidate Gennady Zyuganov during a rally in Siberia.
Young pioneers listen to communist presidential candidate Gennady Zyuganov during a rally...READ ON
Young pioneers listen to communist presidential candidate Gennady Zyuganov during a rally in Siberia.
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Boris Yeltsin gets a warm welcome during his campaign stop to Kazan.
Boris Yeltsin gets a warm welcome during his campaign stop to Kazan.
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A Cossack soldier and bystanders watch the Russian Patriarch leave a polling station after voting in Russia's first presidential democratic election.
A Cossack soldier and bystanders watch the Russian Patriarch leave a polling station...READ ON
A Cossack soldier and bystanders watch the Russian Patriarch leave a polling station after voting in Russia's first presidential democratic election.
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A young couple hug after attending a rally in support of Yeltsin on Red Square.
A young couple hug after attending a rally in support of Yeltsin on Red Square.
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Two young girls are among 190 people braving the cold weather and water to be baptized in the Moscow River. After the fall of communism many Russians were exploring their religious roots, including the Baptist religion, which was introduced in Russia during the reign of Katherine the Great.
Two young girls are among 190 people braving the cold weather and water to be baptized in...READ ON
Two young girls are among 190 people braving the cold weather and water to be baptized in the Moscow River. After the fall of communism many Russians were exploring their religious roots, including the Baptist religion, which was introduced in Russia during the reign of Katherine the Great.
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At the high-security labor camp in Kovrov, Russia, 150 miles east of Moscow, inmates laugh as an inmate show's off his tattoos.
At the high-security labor camp in Kovrov, Russia, 150 miles east of Moscow, inmates...READ ON
At the high-security labor camp in Kovrov, Russia, 150 miles east of Moscow, inmates laugh as an inmate show's off his tattoos.
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Backstage at Lise, a Moscow nightclub, cabaret performers dress for the next show.
Backstage at Lise, a Moscow nightclub, cabaret performers dress for the next show.
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A sailor poses with his girlfriend during Sailors Day in Gorky Park.
A sailor poses with his girlfriend during Sailors Day in Gorky Park.
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An elderly pensioner gets a meal of soup and bread in exchange for listening to a Hara Krishna presentation and singing chants at the sect's soup kitchen in Moscow.
An elderly pensioner gets a meal of soup and bread in exchange for listening to a Hara...READ ON
An elderly pensioner gets a meal of soup and bread in exchange for listening to a Hara Krishna presentation and singing chants at the sect's soup kitchen in Moscow.
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After the Fall of Communism Moscow became known for it's exotic clubs. One club called "Chance" which had a mostly Gay cliental, had large water tanks where dancers performed underwater.
After the Fall of Communism Moscow became known for it's exotic clubs. One club called...READ ON
After the Fall of Communism Moscow became known for it's exotic clubs. One club called "Chance" which had a mostly Gay cliental, had large water tanks where dancers performed underwater.
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Two young girls confer during a wedding in Moscow.
Two young girls confer during a wedding in Moscow.
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Young Russians crowd up against militiamen guarding the outdoor stage at a "Youth for Yeltsin" rock concert near Red Square.
Young Russians crowd up against militiamen guarding the outdoor stage at a "Youth for...READ ON
Young Russians crowd up against militiamen guarding the outdoor stage at a "Youth for Yeltsin" rock concert near Red Square.
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Moscow nightlife.
Moscow nightlife.
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Supporters of Communist leader Gennady Zyuganov listen to him speak during a rally in Krasnoyarsk, Siberia. Zyuganov lost to Boris Yeltsin in Russia's first free presidential elections.
Supporters of Communist leader Gennady Zyuganov listen to him speak during a rally in...READ ON
Supporters of Communist leader Gennady Zyuganov listen to him speak during a rally in Krasnoyarsk, Siberia. Zyuganov lost to Boris Yeltsin in Russia's first free presidential elections.
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The bust of Lenin looms over teenagers hanging out at the town square in Ulan-Ude, Republic of Buryatia, Russia
The bust of Lenin looms over teenagers hanging out at the town square in Ulan-Ude,...READ ON
The bust of Lenin looms over teenagers hanging out at the town square in Ulan-Ude, Republic of Buryatia, Russia
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Old and new architecture reflect on each other in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk.
Old and new architecture reflect on each other in the Siberian city of Novosibirsk.