The cradle of the G. O. P. First Republican convention held at
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The cradle of the G. O. P. First Republican convention held at
The cradle of the G.O.P. First Republican convention held at LaFayette Hall, Pittsburgh, PA, Feb. 22d 1856. Print shows exterior and interior views of LaFayette Hall at the time of the first Republican convention in 1856. Date c1897 Jan. 29
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1856 Convention Cradle Held La Fayette Pittsburgh Republican
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This photograph print transports us back to the historic moment when the Republican Party was born at the Cradle of the G.O.P., LaFayette Hall in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The image, taken around January 29, 1897, showcases both the exterior and interior views of the hall as it appeared during the first Republican National Convention held on February 22, 1856. The exterior view reveals a grand, red-brick building with large, arched windows and a prominent clock tower, standing proudly against the backdrop of a snowy winter landscape. The interior view displays a bustling scene of political activity, with men in top hats and suits seated at long tables, deep in conversation. Some are engaged in heated debates, while others appear to be scribbling notes or casting ballots. The first Republican National Convention was a pivotal event in American history, as it marked the formal organization of the Republican Party, which would go on to nominate John C. Frémont for President and William L. Dayton for Vice President. The convention was held in response to the expansion of slavery into the western territories, and the Republican Party's platform called for the containment of slavery and the eventual abolition of the institution. This photograph print offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a visual record of a significant moment in American political history and the birthplace of a major political party that continues to shape our nation today.
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