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NEW YORK: MOTT STREET, 1942. A flag raising ceremony on Mott Street in New York City
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NEW YORK: MOTT STREET, 1942. A flag raising ceremony on Mott Street in New York City
NEW YORK: MOTT STREET, 1942.
A flag raising ceremony on Mott Street in New York City, in honor of men from the neighborhood in the United States Army. Photograph by Marjory Collins, 1942
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1942 Back Banner Ceremony Collins Downtown Fire Escape Flag Little Italy Manhattan Marjory Mott Street New York New York City Parade Raising Ticker Tape World War Ii Unidentified
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This iconic photograph captures a powerful moment in the heart of New York City during World War II. The scene unfolds on Mott Street, located in the vibrant neighborhood of Little Italy. It is 1942, and a flag raising ceremony is taking place to honor the brave men from this close-knit community who have enlisted in the United States Army. The image beautifully portrays the unity and patriotism that permeated through every corner of America during this tumultuous time. As ticker tape flutters down from above, an unidentified group of men proudly hoist the American flag high into the sky against a backdrop of tenement buildings. Photographed by Marjory Collins, her lens expertly captures both the grandeur and intimacy of this event. From fire escapes adorned with spectators to Italian banners hanging off windowsills, every detail tells a story about life on Mott Street at that particular moment in history. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded not only of New York's resilience but also its diverse cultural fabric. This photograph serves as a testament to how communities came together to support their fellow countrymen fighting for freedom overseas. Granger Art on Demand has preserved this precious piece of history so that future generations can appreciate and reflect upon these moments that shaped our nation's identity.
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