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Mounted Print : Dion Diamond, a civil rights activist and student at Howard University in Washington, D. C. is surrounded by white youths during a sit-in demonstration at a drug store in Arlington, Virginia, 9 June 1960
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Dion Diamond, a civil rights activist and student at Howard University in Washington, D. C. is surrounded by white youths during a sit-in demonstration at a drug store in Arlington, Virginia, 9 June 1960
WASHINGTON D.C.: SIT-IN, 1960.
Dion Diamond, a civil rights activist and student at Howard University in Washington, D.C. is surrounded by white youths during a sit-in demonstration at a drug store in Arlington, Virginia, 9 June 1960
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Media ID 7959347
1960 Activist Arlington Civil Rights Counter Demonstrator Diamond Howard University Lunch Pointing Protest Protester Student Tee Nager Virginia White Dion
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our captivating mounted photo from The Granger Collection. This powerful image captures a pivotal moment in history as civil rights activist Dion Diamond, a student at Howard University in Washington, D.C., bravely leads a sit-in demonstration at a drug store in Arlington, Virginia, on 9 June 1960. Surrounded by white youths, Diamond's unwavering determination shines through, making this a must-have addition to any home or office. Our high-quality mounted print brings history to life, allowing you to relive and reflect on the past.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.5cm x 15.2cm (7.7" x 6")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this powerful print from 1960, we see Dion Diamond, a courageous civil rights activist and student at Howard University in Washington, D. C. , surrounded by a group of white youths during a sit-in demonstration at a drug store in Arlington, Virginia. The image captures the tension and defiance of the era as Diamond stands resolute amidst the hostility. As he sits at the lunch counter, his presence challenges societal norms and demands equal treatment for African Americans. Surrounding him are young white individuals who may represent both opposition to racial integration and curiosity towards this audacious act of protest. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the bravery exhibited by activists like Dion Diamond during one of America's most turbulent periods. It symbolizes their unwavering commitment to justice and equality despite facing violence, discrimination, and social ostracization. Diamond's affiliation with Howard University highlights the pivotal role that educational institutions played in fostering activism among young people. By participating in sit-ins across North America, these students sought to dismantle segregationist policies that denied African Americans their basic human rights. This image is part of Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection—a collection that preserves historical moments through photography. It encapsulates an important chapter in American history while reminding us how far we have come on our journey toward racial equality.
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