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SEGREGATED ENTRANCE, 1940. Door marked white ladies only on a store in Durham, North Carolina
SEGREGATED ENTRANCE, 1940.
Door marked white ladies only on a store in Durham, North Carolina. Photograph by Jack Delano, May 1940
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Media ID 13216521
1940 Delano Door Durham Entrance Ice Cream Jack Jim Crow North Carolina Sign Store Street Scene Southeast
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our poignant selection from the Media Storehouse Greetings Cards range. This powerful image, captured by Jack Delano in May 1940 in Durham, North Carolina, depicts a segregated entrance with a sign reading "White Ladies Only." This evocative photograph from The Granger Collection at Granger Art on Demand serves as a poignant reminder of a significant period in American history. Use this card to convey a message of inclusivity, progress, or to mark a milestone in the fight for equality. A thoughtful and meaningful addition to any greeting, this card is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful photograph captures the stark reality of racial segregation in 1940s America. The image showcases a store entrance in Durham, North Carolina, marked with a sign that reads "White Ladies Only". This blatant display of discrimination is a painful reminder of the Jim Crow era and the deep-rooted racism that plagued society at the time. The photographer, Jack Delano, skillfully frames this scene against the backdrop of a bustling street. His lens captures not only the physical door but also the intangible barriers it represents for people of color. The contrast between black and white is striking, symbolizing both literal separation and societal division. In examining this photograph, we are confronted with uncomfortable truths about our nation's past. It serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in terms of civil rights while acknowledging that there is still work to be done to achieve true equality. By showcasing this image today, we honor those who fought against segregation and remind ourselves never to forget their struggles. It stands as an important historical document that challenges us to reflect on our progress as a society and continue striving towards justice for all.
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