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Lindbergh Before the Flight

Date: 05 20 1927
Description: Charles Lindbergh receiving encouragement from an unidentified spectator as the "Spirit of St. Louis" is prepared for take off. Described by some as a fly...
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Hollywood Ten Discussion

Date: 1947
Description: At a luncheon sponsored by Americans for Democratic Action, Paul Hays, chair of the ADA New York chapter, discusses the congressional investigation of Holl...
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MacArthur Returns

Date: 05 20 1951
Description: General Douglas MacArthur rides in an open car during the ticker tape parade in his honor. MacArthur had just returned to the United States, having been re...
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Immigrants with Christmas Tree

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Description: A group of immigrants pose in front of a tall Christmas tree at Ellis Island.
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Anti-Vietnam War Protest

Date: 07 1966
Description: A couple with three children walking on the sidewalk on their way to or from a peace march.
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Kennedy Campaigning

Date: 1960
Description: Senator John F. Kennedy campaigning at a labor rally.
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YWCA Dining Room

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Description: Dining room of Tatham House YWCA. A horse-drawn vehicle and an automobile can be seen through the window.
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YWCA Bedroom

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Description: View of a bedroom in Tatham House YWCA. Small room with a single bed, sink, dresser, chairs and a lamp.
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YWCA Lounge at Christmas

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Description: A view of the YWCA lounge at Christmas. Four women and a dog sit in front of an ornate fireplace. A large Christmas tree stands to the left of the fireplac...
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YWCA Patio

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Description: Four African-American women read and enjoy the outdoor patio at the YWCA. The brick patio area features a small garden with a birdbath.
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Four Lithuanian Women

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Description: A portrait of four Lithuanian women in costumes for the World's Fair in 1939.
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S.S. "Nerissa"

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Description: View of the S.S. "Nerissa" ocean liner in the water near New York City. the ship features a large smokestack, two masts and several flags.
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"Queen Of Bermuda" Ocean Liner

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Description: View of the "Queen of Bermuda" ocean liner in the water near New York City. The large ship features three large smokestacks, two masts, and many lifeboats....
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"Queen Mary" Ocean Liner

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Description: Elevated view of the "Queen Mary" ocean liner in port. The large ship features three large smokestacks, two masts and lifeboats. "Queen ary" is painted on ...
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"Hendrick Hudson" Excursion Boat

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Description: View across water toward the "Hendrick Hudson" excursion boat near New York City. Many passengers are on the large excursion boat's three decks. The boat a...
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"Russel 5" Tugboat

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Description: View of the "Russell 5" tugboat in the water near New York City. An American flag is flying on the boat. "Russell 5" is painted on the vessel. The shorelin...
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Wharf Scene Illustration

Date: 1800
Description: An illustration depicting an early scene at the wharf in New York City. Many sailing ships are along the left side of the illustration, and "Leeds" is the ...
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James Aronson

Date: 1961
Description: James A. Aronson, editor and founder of the "National Guardian," a weekly progressive newspaper. Standing behind him is John T. McManus, a co-founder of th...
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Farewell to Belfrage

Date: 1955
Description: Farewell party for Cedric Belfrage of the "National Guardian" at the newspaper's office. Identified in the crowd is Paul Robeson, a longtime supporter of t...
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Vito Marcantonio

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Description: Vito Marcantonio, New York congressman, with some future voters. He is standing outdoors with a group of young boys in front of his office, which is in a t...

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