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Children's Crossing Signs in Ukraine

Tauzhne, Kirovohrad, 23.VII.2013;
pict. J. Koelstra
Odessa, 19.VII.2006;
pict. C. Veillon

Horrendous.
This kind of drawing is found in many countries of the former Soviet Union.

between Bolekhiv and Dolyna, IV.2008; pict. C. Veillon
Nyry, Volyn, 03.VII.2013; pict. J. Koelstra

It looks like Mother Russia still has a firm hand in the choice of roadsigns. Take a look at the showcase of the Russian Group of children's signs.
Or is it perhaps nostalgia of the former members of the fede­ration who are afflicted with an all too strong memory? After all, we know that roadsigns often reflect undercurrents in society (e.g. Cambodia).

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