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CHICAGO: MEATPACKING. A worker knocking out cattle with a hammer before they are
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CHICAGO: MEATPACKING. A worker knocking out cattle with a hammer before they are
CHICAGO: MEATPACKING.
A worker knocking out cattle with a hammer before they are slaughtered at the Swift and Company meatpacking house, Chicago, Illinois. Stereograph, c1906
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Media ID 12243432
1906 Beef Cattle Chicago Company Factory Industry Meat Packer Packhouse Platform Pulley Rope Slaughter Slaughterhouse Sledgehammer Swift Swift And Company Working Class Stereograph
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This powerful photograph captures a moment in the bustling meatpacking industry of early 20th century Chicago. In the center of the frame stands a worker, his face obscured by shadows, gripping a sledgehammer tightly in his hand. With precision and strength, he delivers a forceful blow to one of the cattle standing before him on an elevated platform. The scene is filled with raw energy and intensity as this laborer carries out his crucial task at the Swift and Company meatpacking house. The interior of the factory is dimly lit, adding to the atmosphere of grit and hard work that permeates every corner. The image showcases both the physicality and skill required for such demanding work during this era. The worker's muscles strain under exertion while ropes hang from pulleys above, ready to transport these animals further into their fate. It serves as a poignant reminder of how far our industrial practices have evolved since then. This snapshot freezes time at a turn-of-the-century slaughterhouse, capturing not only an important aspect of American history but also shedding light on the lives of working-class individuals who played vital roles in shaping our nation's economy. Granger Art on Demand has preserved this historical artifact for us to reflect upon today – an evocative window into Chicago's past that continues to resonate with viewers seeking insight into America's industrial roots.
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