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The botanists of besieged Leningrad

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This chapter highlights the remarkable determination of scientists in Leningrad who, amidst the brutal siege from 1941 to 1944, worked tirelessly to preserve a crucial seed bank. It examines their bravery, the extreme conditions they faced, and the lasting impact of their contributions to botany and scientific progress.

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