Public prosecutor vyshinski (left), judge v, v, ulrich (center), william macdonald (right), metro-vickers show trials, april 12 - 19, 1933

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Public prosecutor vyshinski (left), judge v, v, ulrich (center), william macdonald (right), metro-vickers show trials, april 12 - 19, 1933

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In this historic photo print, we are transported back to the intense atmosphere of the Metro-Vickers Show Trials that took place from April 12th to 19th, 1933. The image captures three key figures involved in these high-profile proceedings: Public Prosecutor Vyshinski on the left, Judge V. V. Ulrich at the center, and William MacDonald on the right. These trials were a significant event during a tumultuous period in Russia's history. Espionage charges and allegations of sabotage within Soviet industries had led to widespread paranoia and suspicion. The show trials aimed to expose supposed traitors and purge any perceived threats to national security. Public Prosecutor Vyshinski was known for his zealous pursuit of justice during these trials, while Judge V. V. Ulrich played a crucial role in ensuring fair proceedings. On the other hand, William MacDonald represented an important figure from Metropolitan Vickers - a British engineering company caught up in this web of accusations. The Metro-Vickers Show Trials were part of what would later be known as "The Great Terror" where thousands faced persecution under Stalin's regime. This photograph serves as a haunting reminder of those dark times when fear gripped both industry and society within the Soviet Union. As we reflect upon this powerful image captured by Universal Images Group (UIG), it is essential not only to remember these individuals but also to learn from history so that such injustices may never be repeated again.

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