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War Garden Commission, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. War Garden Commission, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing
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War Garden Commission, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. War Garden Commission, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing
War Garden Commission, between 1910 and 1920
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This striking photograph, titled "War Garden Commission," was captured by the renowned Harris & Ewing photographic studio between 1910 and 1920. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the United States' involvement in the First World War and the country's response to the food shortages that ensued. The scene unfolds outside a quaint grocer's shop, where an array of canned and tinned food items are proudly displayed in the window. The shopkeeper has arranged the goods in a meticulous and artful manner, creating a visual spectacle that showcases the abundance of preserved produce. In contrast, the exterior of the shop is adorned with a simple sign that reads "War Garden Commission," signaling the importance of home gardening during this time. The photograph also features an assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables, arranged on a table outside the shop. These produce are likely from the war gardens that were encouraged and supported by the USDA and the War Garden Commission. The Commission, established in 1917, aimed to promote the cultivation of vegetables and fruits in home gardens to help alleviate the food shortages caused by the war. The image is particularly noteworthy for its composition and the way it captures the essence of the era. The glass negative, a common technique during this period, adds to the photograph's timeless quality. The photograph is part of the extensive Harris Ewing Collection at the Library of Congress, which documents the social, cultural, and historical events of the early 20th century in the United States.
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