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Male students playing basketball, Western High School, Washington, D.C. (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Male students playing basketball, Western High School, Washington, D.C. (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Male students playing basketball, Western High School, Washington, D.C. (1899?)
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Basketball Cyanotypes 1890 1900 Gmgpc Dark Darkness Gymnasium High School Physical Education School Sportswear Striped Student Western High School Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin
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This photograph, titled "Male students playing basketball, Western High School, Washington, D.C. (1899?)", is a stunning snapshot of history captured by the renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston. The image showcases a group of male students engaged in a lively basketball game at Western High School, located in the District of Columbia, United States. The photograph is believed to have been taken in the late 19th century, around 1899, during a time when physical education was gaining popularity in American schools. Frances Benjamin Johnston, a pioneering figure in American photography, expertly documented this scene using her cyanotype process, a photographic printing technique popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The resulting image is rich in detail, showcasing the students' striped sportswear and the dark contrast of the gymnasium's wooden floor and hoops. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a tangible connection to the history of education in the United States. Western High School, founded in 1866, was one of the first public high schools in the District of Columbia and played a significant role in the education of African American students. This image serves as a testament to the importance of physical education and the role it played in shaping the lives of young people during this period. The Library of Congress, a national treasure and repository of American history, holds this photograph in its vast collection, ensuring that future generations can continue to learn from and be inspired by the images captured by photographers like Frances Benjamin Johnston.
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