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The American Centennial Exhibition at Philadelphia: transplanting trees in the grounds, 1876. Creator: Unknown
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The American Centennial Exhibition at Philadelphia: transplanting trees in the grounds, 1876. Creator: Unknown
The American Centennial Exhibition at Philadelphia: transplanting trees in the grounds, 1876. From "Illustrated London News", 1876
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American Centennial Exhibition Centenary Centennial Centennial Exposition Centennial International Exhibition Cultural Event Donkey Exposition Mule Mules Waggon Wagon Working Man Workman Workmen World Fair Worlds Fair Transplantation Transplanting
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This photograph, titled "The American Centennial Exhibition at Philadelphia: Transplanting Trees in the Grounds, 1876," is an intriguing glimpse into the past, taken from the pages of the "Illustrated London News." The image showcases a group of people, both men and women, working together to transplant trees in the grounds of the Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America. The year was 1876, marking the centenary of American independence, and this international cultural event attracted visitors from all corners of the globe. In the foreground, a man in a hat and coat stands next to a mule, preparing to attach a tree to a waggon for transportation. Another man, wearing a shirt sleeves, is in the process of digging up a tree with a shovel. A donkey stands nearby, tethered to a tree, while a woman in a long dress watches the scene unfold. The trees, carefully wrapped in burlap, are being prepared for transplantation, a process that was both a scientific and artistic endeavor during this period. The trees were not only symbols of nature, but also represented the importance of agriculture, medicine, and transportation in the United States. The photograph is an engraving, a common method of reproducing images during the Victorian era. It provides a fascinating window into the past, capturing the spirit of the Centennial Exhibition and the collaborative effort to enhance the beauty and utility of the grounds. The image is a testament to the ingenuity, hard work, and determination of the people of the time, as they celebrated their country's rich history and looked towards a promising future.
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