CHICAGO: MEATPACKING. A half mile of pork consisting of two rows of hogs hanging

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CHICAGO: MEATPACKING. A half mile of pork consisting of two rows of hogs hanging

CHICAGO: MEATPACKING.
A half mile of pork consisting of two rows of hogs hanging up at the Armour and Company meatpacking house in Chicago, Illinois. Stereograph, c1897

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1897 Armour Armour And Company Carcass Chicago Company Factory Industry Meat Packhouse Pork Slaughter Slaughterhouse Stereograph

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This photograph takes us back to the late 19th century, immersing us in the heart of Chicago's bustling meatpacking industry. The image showcases a mesmerizing sight - a half mile of pork hanging from the ceiling, consisting of two rows of hogs at the Armour and Company meatpacking house. The sheer scale and precision displayed in this snapshot is awe-inspiring. Each carcass meticulously arranged, symbolizing the immense effort that went into transforming these animals into food products for consumption. It offers a glimpse into an era when manual labor was at its peak, with workers toiling away in this vast factory. The interior of this slaughterhouse exudes an atmosphere both fascinating and haunting. The dimly lit space amplifies the shadows cast by these suspended pigs, creating an eerie ambiance that hints at the somber reality behind our daily sustenance. As we gaze upon this stereograph captured around 1897, it serves as a reminder of how far our society has come since then. This turn-of-the-century scene represents not only an important chapter in American history but also highlights the evolution and progress made within the meatpacking industry over time. Granger Art on Demand presents us with yet another thought-provoking piece that transports us back to witness moments frozen in time – moments that shaped industries, cities like Chicago, and ultimately our modern way of life.

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