School children exercising on lawn, Washington, D.C. (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston

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School children exercising on lawn, Washington, D.C. (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston

School children exercising on lawn, Washington, D.C. (1899?)

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Arms Outstretched Cyanotypes 1890 1900 Gmgpc Exercising Lawn Physical Education School Schoolchild Schoolchildren Student Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin Posture

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This photograph, titled "School Children Exercising on Lawn, Washington, D.C. (1899?)", is a captivating glimpse into the past of American education. Taken by renowned photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston in the late 19th century, the image showcases a group of schoolchildren engaged in physical education on a lush lawn. The children, both boys and girls, stand with their arms outstretched, their posture reflecting the importance of good health and fitness in their formative years. The scene takes place in the nation's capital, Washington, D.C., a testament to the widespread implementation of physical education programs across the United States. The children's attire, consisting of simple, practical clothing, further emphasizes the focus on health and wellbeing. Frances Benjamin Johnston, a pioneering figure in American photography, captured this image using the cyanotype process, a popular photographic technique of the time. The resulting black-and-white image has a timeless quality, transporting us back to a simpler era. The photograph is now part of the rich historical collection at the Library of Congress, a testament to its significance in documenting the history of education in the United States. This image serves as a reminder of the importance of physical education in shaping the lives of young Americans, a tradition that continues to this day.

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