Outdoor calisthenics, 1st Division, (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston

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Outdoor calisthenics, 1st Division, (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston

Outdoor calisthenics, 1st Division, (1899?)

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Arms Raised Arms Up Cyanotypes 1890 1900 Gmgpc Exercise Exercising Physical Education Raised Arms School Schoolchild Schoolchildren Schoolyard Calisthenics Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin Posture

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This photograph, titled "Outdoor Calisthenics, 1st Division," was captured by the renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston in the late 19th century. The image, held in the Library of Congress, showcases a group of boys and girls engaged in calisthenic exercises in a schoolyard. Dressed in their Sunday best, the children enthusiastically raise their arms, some gesturing to their peers for encouragement. The boys, with their sleeves rolled up, mirror each other's determined posture, while the girls, in long dresses, display a graceful elegance as they follow suit. The black and white image, reminiscent of cyanotypes popular during this period, transports us back to a time when physical education was an essential component of American education. The scene unfolds in Washington D.C., a testament to the city's commitment to the well-being and development of its young citizens. This historic photograph not only encapsulates the spirit of the 19th century but also highlights the importance of health, fitness, and community in the lives of children, values that remain relevant today.

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