Costume by Costume: Building an Image of Russia's Past

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Costume by Costume: Building an Image of Russia's Past


Irina, 36, Logistics specialist; 13th-century warrior’s wife. “Today, now there are no clear divisions between the male and female spheres. It’s a shame because it makes the world more understandable and orderly.”



Alexander, 26, Engineer; 9th-century volunteer [Druzhinnik]. “Once I came home late at night, inhaled the moist river air and realized that in part my hobby is an escape from reality. During historical re-enactments, I don’t owe anyone anything. It's fun, you can dance, fight, drink alcohol (in normal life I don’t drink), even fall asleep in the field in broad daylight.”

Continued at: https://themoscowtimes.com/photogalleries/costume-by-costume-building-an-image-of-the-past-59382

Some interesting historical reenactments.