Jigsaw Puzzle : SEGREGATED FOUNTAIN, 1943. A whites only drinking fountain at the Bethlehem-Fairfield
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SEGREGATED FOUNTAIN, 1943. A whites only drinking fountain at the Bethlehem-Fairfield
SEGREGATED FOUNTAIN, 1943.
A whites only drinking fountain at the Bethlehem-Fairfield shipyards in Baltimore, Maryland. Photograph by Arthur Siegel, 1943
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Media ID 13639342
1943 Arthur Baltimore Drinking Fountain Jim Crow Maryland Segregation Siegel Sign White Window
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Step back in time with our historically significant jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse range. This powerful puzzle, featuring the iconic image "Segregated Fountain, 1943" by Granger, NYC / The Granger Collection from Granger Art on Demand, captures a poignant moment in history. The photograph, taken by Arthur Siegel in 1943, shows a segregated drinking fountain at the Bethlehem-Fairfield shipyards in Baltimore, Maryland. Piece together this puzzle to not only challenge your mind but also to reflect on the past and the progress we've made as a society. A perfect addition to any home or office, this puzzle is more than just a pastime - it's an opportunity to learn and connect with history.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
SEGREGATED FOUNTAIN, 1943 - A Haunting Reminder of America's Dark Past
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This powerful photograph captures a chilling moment in American history - a whites-only drinking fountain at the Bethlehem-Fairfield shipyards in Baltimore, Maryland. Taken by Arthur Siegel in 1943, this image serves as a stark reminder of the deeply entrenched segregation that plagued our nation during the mid-20th century. The scene is both haunting and disturbing. The exterior of the building showcases a small window with text boldly proclaiming "Whites Only" reinforcing the racial divide that was enforced through Jim Crow laws. This sign represents not only physical separation but also psychological and emotional barriers between races. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness an era when discrimination was openly practiced and accepted. It reminds us of the struggles faced by African Americans who were denied basic human rights solely based on their skin color. As we reflect upon this photograph today, it serves as a poignant symbol of how far we have come as a society while also reminding us that there is still work to be done to achieve true equality for all. Let it stand as a testament to our collective commitment to justice and inclusivity – ensuring that such painful chapters remain confined to history books rather than being relived in our present or future.
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