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District of Columbia Parks - Cutting Trees On Mall Sites For War Buildings, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. District of Columbia Parks - Cutting Trees On Mall Sites For War Buildings, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
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District of Columbia Parks - Cutting Trees On Mall Sites For War Buildings, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. District of Columbia Parks - Cutting Trees On Mall Sites For War Buildings, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
District of Columbia Parks - Cutting Trees On Mall Sites For War Buildings, 1917
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This evocative photograph, titled "District of Columbia Parks - Cutting Trees On Mall Sites For War Buildings, 1917," captures a significant moment in American history during the first World War. The image, created by renowned photography studio Harris & Ewing, depicts a scene of transformation in Washington D.C. as trees are being cut down on the Mall sites to make way for new war buildings. The photograph was taken during a time when the country was fully engaged in the global conflict, and every resource was being mobilized for the war effort. The Mall, a symbol of peace and tranquility, was not spared from the demands of war. In this image, we see a stark contrast between the serene beauty of nature and the harsh realities of war. The photograph was captured by George William Harris and Martha Ewing Kuntze of Harris & Ewing Photographic Studio. The studio, which was established in 1896, was a leading photographic studio in Washington D.C. and provided visual documentation of the city's history. The glass negative image shows a group of workers using horses and saws to clear the land. The trees, once standing tall and proud, now lie in heaps, ready to be removed. The Capitol Building can be seen in the background, a reminder of the political machinery that was driving the war effort. This photograph is an important historical document that provides a glimpse into the sacrifices made during wartime and the transformation of public spaces to support the war effort. It is a poignant reminder of the impact of war on communities and the environment.
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