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CZECH INDEPENDENCE, 1918. A crowd observing the location of the newly formed state
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CZECH INDEPENDENCE, 1918. A crowd observing the location of the newly formed state
CZECH INDEPENDENCE, 1918.
A crowd observing the location of the newly formed state of Czechoslovakia as shown on a map of Europe outside the New York Public Library in New York City, near the end of World War I, October-November 1918
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1918 Austria Austro Hungarian Empire Czech Czechoslovakia Facade Independence Library Lion Manhattan Midtown Northeast November Observation Pedestal Poster Public Recruiting Spectator Staircase Statue Study United States World War I
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CZECH INDEPENDENCE, 1918 - A Momentous Gathering in the Heart of New York City
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. In this print from 1918, we witness a crowd gathered outside the iconic New York Public Library in Manhattan. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation and pride as onlookers observe the location of the newly formed state of Czechoslovakia on a map of Europe. It is October-November, near the end of World War I, and this moment captures an important milestone in history. Amidst the bustling streets of Midtown Manhattan, spectators are drawn to a magnificent statue depicting a lion standing proudly atop a pedestal. This powerful symbol represents not only Czech independence but also resilience and strength during tumultuous times. The image showcases individuals from all walks of life - soldiers returning from war, curious passersby, scholars seeking knowledge - united by their shared interest in witnessing this historic event unfold. They stand before grand staircases leading into the library's facade adorned with posters recruiting for various causes related to World War I. This photograph serves as a testament to how news traveled across borders even before modern technology connected us instantly. It reminds us that even thousands of miles away from home soil, Czechs found solace and support within communities abroad. Preserved by The Granger Collection's art archives, this remarkable snapshot offers viewers an opportunity to reflect upon moments when nations were reborn and dreams became reality.
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