Description: Type & Size: A 10x8 original Type 1 (original negatives) photograph. Condition: All photos are in good to excellent condition for their age, unless otherwise outlined here. Photos of any major imperfections will be included. This historic photograph captures a moment outside the U.S. Capitol on December 8, 1941, immediately following President Franklin D. Roosevelt's declaration of war against Japan. The image shows a large crowd, many men wearing hats, gathered to witness the event, with reporters filming from elevated positions. Security is evident with several officers in view, along with a range of vintage cars parked nearby, highlighting the era's atmosphere. On December 8, 1941, President Roosevelt addressed Congress, where he famously declared ?a date which will live in infamy,? just one day after the attack on Pearl Harbor. This event triggered the United States' active involvement in World War II. The atmosphere outside the Capitol building was charged with both patriotism and anxiety?citizens came to witness historical moments as the nation shifted dramatically from peace to war. The presence of the Secret Service highlights the gravity of the situation and the importance of protecting the President during such a pivotal time. === This is a 10x8 original type 1 (from original negative) photograph is from the personal collection of photographer Wes Howland (1906-1956). Howland was a reporter with the Harris-Ewing news service in Washington D.C from 1931-1941, and went on to serve with the military. He was one of a small number of photographers with complete access to the White House, Capitol, Senate, and House. This photo was part of a collection of over 1200 large photos from Wes Howland personal archive that we acquired from his estate. Included with the lot was the following note from a relative: "Periodically he would send his glossys to his mother. Soon after (joining the Marines) the newspaper of Harris & Ewing went out of business. As far as I know, the hundreds of pictures he took and sent his mother are one of a kind, and the only ones in existence. No prints have ever been made. I inherited them from my grandmother." Not only did Mr Howland have incredible access to the government figures of the day but he was a highly skilled photographer who produced some stunning historical images and documented Washington D.C. in the 1930s like few others. We are happy to offer discounts if you order multiple photos. Simply send us discounted offers on each photo that you would like to purchase. We are happy to combine shipping and refund any excess paid.
Price: 56 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-11-05T05:27:20.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Size: 10x8
Image Color: Black & White
Material: Paper
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Subject: crowd, Congress, President Roosevelt, declaration of war, Decemb
Type: Photograph
Year of Production: 1941
Photographer: Wesley Howland
Number of Photographs: 1
Theme: conflicts & wars, history, politics, events & festivals
Style: Documentary
Features: Press Photograph
Featured Person/Artist: Franklin D. Roosevelt
Time Period Manufactured: 1925-1949
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
