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Lillian Cromlein receiving seed from Tumulty, National Emergency War Garden Comm. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Lillian Cromlein receiving seed from Tumulty, National Emergency War Garden Comm. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
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Lillian Cromlein receiving seed from Tumulty, National Emergency War Garden Comm. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Lillian Cromlein receiving seed from Tumulty, National Emergency War Garden Comm. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Lillian Cromlein receiving seed from Tumulty, National Emergency War Garden Commission, 1917. Joseph Patrick Tumulty (centre) was the private secretary of U.S. President Woodrow Wilson
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In this evocative photograph from 1917, Lillian Cromlein receives a parcel of seeds from Joseph Patrick Tumulty, the private secretary of U.S. President Woodrow Wilson, as part of the National Emergency War Garden Commission. The image, captured by renowned photography studio Harris & Ewing, depicts a significant moment during World War I when Americans were encouraged to plant gardens to support the war effort and alleviate food shortages. The scene unfolds in a rustic setting, with Tumulty, dressed in a formal suit and holding a small satchel, extending a hand to Lillian Cromlein, who stands before him in a long skirt and blouse. She holds out a basket to accept the seeds, her determined expression reflecting the spirit of the home front. In the background, other women can be seen working in the garden, tending to their plots and nurturing the soil. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the collective efforts made by Americans during the First World War to ensure food security and support the war effort. The image also highlights the important role of political figures, such as Tumulty, in mobilizing the public and inspiring them to take action. The National Emergency War Garden Commission, which was established in 1917, distributed seeds and gardening advice to millions of Americans, resulting in the planting of over 50 million war gardens across the country. The Harris & Ewing photograph captures a moment of unity and resilience in the face of adversity, as Americans came together to support their country and contribute to the war effort in their own way. The image is a testament to the power of community, determination, and the human spirit, and remains a significant historical document of the First World War era.
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