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INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL, c1892. Saluting the Flag in the Mott Street Industrial School, New York City
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INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL, c1892. Saluting the Flag in the Mott Street Industrial School, New York City
INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL, c1892.
Saluting the Flag in the Mott Street Industrial School, New York City. Photograph, c1892, by Jacob Riis
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1892 Class Classmate Classroom Downtown Education Flag Grammar School Industry Jacob Lesson Literacy Lower East Side Mott Old Glory Patriotic Pledge Of Allegiance Responsibility Riis Salute Schoolboy Schoolgirl Schoolmistress
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This photograph, taken by Jacob Riis in 1892, transports us back to the bustling streets of New York City's Lower East Side. The image captures a poignant moment at the Mott Street Industrial School, where young boys and girls gather together in their classroom to salute the American flag. In this snapshot of daily life at the turn of the century, we witness a scene filled with patriotism and responsibility. The children stand tall and proud as they recite the Pledge of Allegiance, their small hands raised in salute to Old Glory. Their schoolmistress looks on with admiration, guiding them through this important lesson in civic duty. The industrial backdrop visible through the windows serves as a reminder that these children are being prepared for a future within an evolving cityscape driven by industry. Education was seen as key to breaking free from poverty and providing opportunities for upward mobility. As we gaze upon this historic photograph, it is impossible not to be moved by its timeless message. It speaks volumes about the power of education and instilling values such as respect for one's country. This image encapsulates an era when literacy was cherished amidst rapid urbanization. Jacob Riis' lens has immortalized a precious moment frozen in time - capturing both innocence and determination within these young faces who represent hope for a brighter tomorrow in America's melting pot.
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