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Demonstration garden, Bryant Park, 42nd Street and Fifth Avenue, New York, New York, 1918. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Demonstration garden, Bryant Park, 42nd Street and Fifth Avenue, New York, New York, 1918. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Demonstration garden, Bryant Park, 42nd Street and Fifth Avenue, New York, New York, 1918. Men in garden sponsored by the National War Garden Commission during World War I. High rise buildings in background with a Chesterfield cigarettes advertisement on a billboard
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This photograph, titled "Demonstration garden, Bryant Park, 42nd Street and Fifth Avenue, New York, New York, 1918," is a stunning testament to the resilience and adaptability of nature, even in the midst of adversity. Taken by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston, the image showcases a group of men diligently working in the demonstration garden, sponsored by the National War Garden Commission during World War I. The garden, located in the heart of the bustling city, between 42nd Street and Fifth Avenue, serves as a reminder of the importance of community and continuity, even during times of conflict. The high-rise buildings in the background, with their distinctive architectural features and the iconic Chesterfield cigarettes advertisement on a billboard, highlight the contrast between the urban landscape and the lush greenery of the garden. The men, dressed in work clothes, are seen tending to the climbing plants, their faces focused and determined. The garden, filled with a diverse array of plants, adds a splash of color to the monochrome cityscape. This photograph, taken in the early 20th century, is a poignant reminder of a time when people came together to support their country and to celebrate the simple pleasures of nature. The image, which is part of the Frances Benjamin Johnston collection at the Library of Congress, is a valuable historical document that offers a glimpse into the past, and serves as an inspiration for the present and the future.
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