Fine Art Print : DIES COMMITTEE, 1938. Earl Martin, a Brooklyn professor, shows members of the House
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DIES COMMITTEE, 1938. Earl Martin, a Brooklyn professor, shows members of the House
DIES COMMITTEE, 1938.
Earl Martin, a Brooklyn professor, shows members of the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC), or the Dies Committee, communist propaganda distributed through the school under the guise of a school pamphlet. Photograph, 23 August 1938
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Media ID 13634722
1938 August Brooklyn Cold War Committee Communism Desk Document Earl Glass Glasses House Of Representatives Martin Mccarthyism Necktie Pamphlet Paper Professor Propaganda Red Scare School Testimony Washington Accuse Dies
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our Fine Art Print of Earl Martin and the Dies Committee, 1938. This captivating image, from The Granger Collection on Media Storehouse, offers a glimpse into the past as Brooklyn professor Earl Martin addresses the members of the House Un-American Activities Committee, also known as the Dies Committee. A powerful and thought-provoking addition to any home or office, this fine art print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Experience the rich storytelling of this iconic photograph, now available on demand through Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.2cm x 40.6cm (19.8" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph from 1938, Earl Martin, a Brooklyn professor, is seen seated at his desk in Washington D. C. , surrounded by members of the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC), also known as the Dies Committee. The image captures a pivotal moment during the early stages of McCarthyism and the Red Scare. Professor Martin holds up a document that he claims to be communist propaganda distributed through his school under the guise of a harmless pamphlet. His glasses perched on his nose and his necktie neatly tied, Martin exudes an air of seriousness and determination as he presents evidence to support his accusations. The atmosphere in the room is tense, with committee members leaning forward attentively to examine the paper held up by Professor Martin. Their expressions range from curiosity to concern, reflecting their realization that they are witnessing something significant unfold before them. This powerful image serves as a reminder of America's deep-seated fear and suspicion during this era. It highlights how individuals like Professor Martin played crucial roles in exposing potential threats to national security while also raising questions about how far society should go in its pursuit of uncovering alleged subversive activities. Preserved behind glass for decades, this historic photograph offers us a glimpse into one chapter of American history where political ideologies clashed amidst growing tensions both domestically and internationally.
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