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CHICAGO: MEATPACKING. Factory workers washing and tagging freshly killed lamb at the Swift
CHICAGO: MEATPACKING.
Factory workers washing and tagging freshly killed lamb at the Swift and Company meatpacking house in Chicago, Illinois. Stereograph, c1906
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Media ID 12243448
1906 Carcass Chicago Company Factory Industry Lamb Meat Meatpacking Packhouse Pelt Sheep Slaughter Slaughterhouse Swift Swift And Company Wash Working Class Stereograph Veal
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This print takes us back to the early 1900s in Chicago, Illinois. The image showcases the bustling meatpacking industry of that era, specifically at the Swift and Company meatpacking house. A group of factory workers can be seen diligently washing and tagging freshly killed lamb carcasses. The scene is filled with a sense of purpose as these men work tirelessly to prepare the meat for distribution. Their hands are covered in blood, a testament to their laborious task. The interior of the packhouse is dimly lit, adding an air of mystery and highlighting the grittiness associated with this line of work. The photograph captures a moment frozen in time - a snapshot into an important chapter in American history when industries like meatpacking played a significant role in shaping cities like Chicago. It serves as a reminder of the hardworking individuals who formed part of the working class during this period. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported to an era long gone but not forgotten. We witness firsthand how manual labor was essential for providing sustenance to countless households across America. This print encapsulates both the industrial progress made at turn-of-the-century Chicago and pays homage to those whose efforts often went unnoticed behind closed doors.
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