Original Photo Civil Rights Protesters Shut Down Major Intersection in Chicago, 1965
Original Photo
[Civil Rights] [Education] Original silver gelatin print press photograph of Education-related Civil Rights demonstration in Chicago 1965. The protesters block the street in the heart of the city to protest for better public education for African-American students, who faced overcrowding and segregated schools. 8 x 10 in. Iconic Chicago hotspots from that era, such as McVicker’s Theater and Tad’s Steakhouse, can be seen in the background of the photo. Original press caption printed above image: “Chicago: Two-hundred civil rights demonstrators were arrested here 6/12 when they stormed from the sidewalk at intersection of State and Madison and staged a mass sit-down. Here demonstrators sit in intersection in front of waiting police van after several were arrested. Demonstrators were marching to City Hall where they wanted to make a personal plea to Mayor Richard Daley to fire Benjamin Willis, Superintendent of Schools.” Stamped on verso “1965 June 12”. Red and black markers at edges of image. Handwritten note along top edge, not affecting image. These original press photo taken by photojournalist within tight timeframe for the benefit of particular editorial board and with the aim of usage by the press to illustrate an article often affected public opinion in the nation. Original press stamps and markings to verso. Very good condition.Item #16930
Price: $185.00
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