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New York health officers vaccinating immigrants against smallpox (print)
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7419923 New York health officers vaccinating immigrants against smallpox (print); (add.info.: New York City health officers vaccinating Russian and Polish immigrants against smallpox at the quarantine station. Some are objecting. After an illustration in Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper, December 26, 1885.); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024
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© © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024 / Bridgeman Images
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This powerful image captures a moment in history when New York health officers were hard at work vaccinating Russian and Polish immigrants against smallpox at the quarantine station. The scene is filled with tension as some of the immigrants are clearly objecting to the procedure, their faces reflecting fear and uncertainty.
The year was 1885, a time when diseases like smallpox posed a serious threat to public health. In an effort to protect the population, health officials took drastic measures such as mandatory vaccinations for new arrivals to America. This print from Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by immigrants seeking a better life in a new land.
The details in this illustration are striking - from the worn-down surroundings to the expressions on the faces of both those administering and receiving the vaccine. It is a snapshot of a tumultuous period in American history, where issues of immigration, public health, and cultural assimilation collided.
As we look back on this moment through Ken Welsh's lens, we are reminded of the resilience and strength exhibited by those who came before us. Their struggles paved the way for future generations, leaving behind a legacy that continues to shape our society today.
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