Stepan, a Russian enthusiast of American culture, photographed in the early 2010s.
Stepan, a Russian fascinated by American culture, took his admiration to an extraordinary level during the early 2010s. He posed in a U.S. military-style uniform surrounded by American flags, memorabilia, and symbols celebrating the United States.
The photograph became a striking example of “Americanophile” enthusiasm—the strong admiration for American culture, history, and imagery expressed by some Russians during that era.