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Greetings Card : BUS STATION, 1943. The sign for the colored waiting room at a bus station in Rome, Georgia
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BUS STATION, 1943. The sign for the colored waiting room at a bus station in Rome, Georgia
BUS STATION, 1943.
The sign for the colored waiting room at a bus station in Rome, Georgia. Photograph by Esther Bubley, 1943
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Media ID 13216571
1943 Arrow Black Bubley Colored Esther Georgia Greyhound Jim Crow Rome Segregation Sign Station Waiting Room Southeast
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our vintage BUS STATION greeting card from the Media Storehouse collection. This beautifully preserved photograph, taken by Esther Bubley in 1943, showcases a nostalgic scene from a bus station in Rome, Georgia. The iconic sign for the colored waiting room, captured by Granger, NYC / The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand, adds a touch of history and charm to your message. Perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of the past, this unique greeting card is sure to make any recipient feel special.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, taken by Esther Bubley in 1943, transports us back to a significant era in American history. The image captures the exterior of a bus station in Rome, Georgia, where segregation was deeply entrenched under the Jim Crow laws. The focal point of the photo is an arrow-shaped sign that reads "Colored Waiting Room" serving as a stark reminder of the racial divide that plagued our nation during this time. This sign represents not only physical separation but also the systemic discrimination faced by African Americans who were forced to use separate facilities from their white counterparts. The composition exudes a sense of desolation and isolation with its greyhound bus parked nearby against a backdrop of empty streets. It serves as a poignant symbol for the struggles endured by those who fought against racial inequality. Esther Bubley's skillful photography allows us to witness this historical moment firsthand. Through her lens, we gain insight into the daily reality faced by African Americans living in the segregated South during World War II. As we reflect on this powerful image, it serves as both a reminder of our past injustices and an inspiration to continue fighting for equality and justice today.
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