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PUBLIC HEALTH DISPENSARY. Patients waiting in the segregated waiting room at a
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PUBLIC HEALTH DISPENSARY. Patients waiting in the segregated waiting room at a
PUBLIC HEALTH DISPENSARY.
Patients waiting in the segregated waiting room at a public health dispensary in Washington, D.C. Photograph, November 1920
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1920 Black Dispensary Health Jim Crow November Nurse Patient Police Public Health Rocking Chair Sign Waiting Waiting Room Washington Segregated Unidentified
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This powerful photograph captures the stark reality of segregation in early 20th century America. Taken in November 1920 at a public health dispensary in Washington, D. C. , it shows patients waiting in a segregated waiting room. The image is a poignant reminder of the racial divide that plagued society during this time. In the photo, African American men and women are seated on wooden chairs, patiently awaiting their turn for medical attention. A sign clearly indicates that this space is designated for "colored only" while another sign nearby designates an area for "white only". This blatant separation based on race was enforced by Jim Crow laws, which perpetuated discrimination and inequality. A uniformed nurse can be seen attending to one patient, highlighting the limited healthcare resources available to African Americans during this era. In contrast, a police officer stands nearby as a symbol of authority and control over these marginalized individuals. The composition of the photograph emphasizes the somber atmosphere within the waiting room. The subjects appear resigned but dignified as they endure yet another manifestation of systemic racism. This print from Granger Art on Demand serves as both a historical document and a call to action against injustice. It reminds us of our collective responsibility to confront and dismantle discriminatory practices that continue to persist today.
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