I spent several weeks in East Ukraine, primarily with Battalion Donbas. They are a group of private citizens who have created a paramilitary unit to fight pro-Russian separatists who are trying to create a new republic in the east of the country. During this time, I tried to turn my lens towards the ordinary moments that were taking place in extraordinary times.
— Christopher Occhicone
FeatureCitizen Soldiers, East UkraineIn East Ukraine, private citizens have created a paramilitary unit to fight pro-Russian separatists — here is a recent photo report.View Images
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Citizen Soldiers, East Ukraine
In East Ukraine, private citizens have created a paramilitary unit to fight pro-Russian separatists — here is a recent photo report.
Citizen Soldiers, East Ukraine
In East Ukraine, private citizens have created a paramilitary unit to fight pro-Russian separatists — here is a recent photo report.
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