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Employees in Patent Office File Room, Washington DC, 1940 (b/w photo)
3964008 Employees in Patent Office File Room, Washington DC, 1940 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info.: Patent Office files. Washington, D.C. Feb. 29. Employees in the patent office file room. Approximately 2, 180, 00 patents are kept on file for public use, 2-29-40)
Media ID 31726982
© Bridgeman Images
1940 1940s Aisle Archives Documents Employees Federal Files Filing Latvia Latvian Latvians Males National Occupations Patent Office Riga Shelves Shelving Sorting State Storage Washington Dc America Continent Copyright Intellectual Property
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Bring a piece of history to your desk with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the iconic Employees in Patent Office File Room, Washington DC, 1940 image from Bridgeman Images via Fine Art Finder. This black and white photograph, taken by Harris & Ewing, captures the bustling atmosphere of the Patent Office file room in 1940. With intriguing details and a rich historical context, this mug is not just a mug, but a daily reminder of the past. Perfect for tea or coffee, this high-quality mug showcases the stunning image on both sides, making it a unique and thoughtful gift for any history or art enthusiast.
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Mug Size is 8.1cm high x 9.6cm diameter (3.2" x 3.8")
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This photograph, titled "Employees in Patent Office File Room, Washington DC, 1940" offers a glimpse into the bustling world of intellectual property archives. Taken by Harris & Ewing in 1940, it showcases a group of dedicated men diligently sorting through an immense collection of patent files. The significance of this image lies in the sheer magnitude of information contained within those shelves. Approximately 2,180,000 patents are meticulously organized for public use in this very room. Each document represents an innovative idea or invention that has shaped American history and progress. As we observe these workers engaged in their tasks, we can't help but appreciate the importance they hold as custodians of knowledge and innovation. Their commitment to maintaining order amidst such vast quantities of intellectual property is commendable. The photo transports us back to a time when physical records were meticulously filed away instead of stored digitally. It serves as a reminder that behind every groundbreaking discovery or revolutionary invention lies countless hours spent organizing and preserving valuable ideas. This snapshot captures not only a moment frozen in time but also pays homage to the unsung heroes who safeguard our collective ingenuity. It reminds us that progress is built upon the dedication and hard work of individuals like these employees at the Patent Office File Room in Washington DC during the 1940s
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