PROTEST IN PRAGUE Picture Postcard — Anti-Putin and Pro Ukraine

Posted on by Cameron McKeon
WENCESLAS SQUARE
Grim expressions are glued on the faces of individuals who have seen this story before. Here, a man and woman display signs saying “Learn From Sarajevo”, referencing the Bosnian War.

With the Russian invasion of Ukraine foreshadowing an inevitable war, residents of Prague took to the streets on February 27th to voice their support for the people of Ukraine and their loathing for Russian leader Vladimir Putin. A sea of blue and yellow dominated Wenceslas Square, the site responsible for some of the most influential moments in the Czech Republic’s storied history.

PROTEST IN PRAGUE Anti Putin Pro Ukraine
Multi-story buildings on either side of the street close in on the crowd packed in shoulder-to-shoulder.
PROTEST IN PRAGUE Anti Putin Pro Ukraine
Thousands march towards the National Museum’s gold-embroidered dome, in front of which a speaker with a microphone blares out commands and chants. The mass of people, young and old, repeat it right back.
PROTEST IN PRAGUE Anti Putin Pro Ukraine
Blue and yellow flags peppered the city, visible in the hands of thousands, on the windows of storefronts, and flying high in unison with that of the Czech Republic.
PROTEST IN PRAGUE Anti Putin Pro Ukraine
Comparisons to Hitler adorned the signs of many when expressing their distaste for Putin. Oftentimes, such as in this photo, the two would be conjoined.
WENCESLAS SQUARE
The desire for change knows no age. A young girl staked to an elevated surface glares back at the camera with her demonstrative message proudly on display.
WENCESLAS SQUARE
Protestors don’t bother holding back on the Russian leader, providing colorful language accompanied by self-satisfied smirks.
PROTEST IN PRAGUE Anti Putin Pro Ukraine
Eyes locked dead ahead with his signed raised confidently in the air, a man marches with a derogatory message for Russia.
PROTEST IN PRAGUE Anti Putin Pro Ukraine
Pastel building fronts peer down at the action below, as has been the case for many of Prague’s historical moments. Take the “Prague Spring” of 1968 or the “Velvet Revolution” of 1989.
PROTEST IN PRAGUE Anti Putin Pro Ukraine
“Putin must fall”. Children and adults alike march in solidarity for Ukraine.
PROTEST IN PRAGUE Anti Putin Pro Ukraine
Blue skies contrasted the gray mood spread along Wenceslas Square. The National Museum serves as a beacon at the top of the long street.

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About the Author: Cameron McKeon

After Cameron McKeon spent 34 days walking the Camino de Santiago, he gained a new perspective on travel. The pilgrimage route in the north of Spain opened his eyes to experiencing new cultures through conversation, local cuisine, and studies. Cameron has traversed much of Europe, spending time in the Czech Republic, Germany, Ireland, Denmark, Sweden, France, and more. With a background in journalism and anthropology, he has an eagerness to write about his experiences abroad.

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