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Convention crowd - Chicago, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
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Convention crowd - Chicago, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Convention crowd - Chicago, 1912. 1912 Republican National Convention held at the Chicago Coliseum, Chicago, Illinois, June 18-22
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Unbridled Energy - The Thriving Crowd at Chicago's Republican National Convention (1912)
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph taken by George Grantham Bain of the Bain News Service, we are transported to a pivotal moment in American history - the 1912 Republican National Convention held at the iconic Chicago Coliseum. On June 18-22, thousands gathered to witness Colonel Theodore Roosevelt's nomination for president. The air is electric with excitement as men and women from all walks of life converge on this bustling city.
The photograph captures a sea of faces, each one reflecting the passion and enthusiasm that filled every corner of the convention hall. Horse-drawn carriages and motor cars line up along the streets outside, while horsemen in uniform proudly carry flags bearing American symbols. Amidst the chaos, individuals stand out - some waving signs or banners, others gesticulating with fervor.
This snapshot from a bygone era offers us a glimpse into the daily life of Americans during this pivotal moment in history. The photograph's stark black and white tones evoke an air of nostalgia, while its sheer energy conveys the unbridled enthusiasm that defined America at the dawn of the 20th century.
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