A field trip to the Library of Congress, (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston

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A field trip to the Library of Congress, (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston

A field trip to the Library of Congress, (1899?)

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Cyanotypes 1890 1900 Gmgpc Day Out Day Trip Educator Field Trip Learning Outing School Schoolchild Schoolchildren Teacher Teaching Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "A Field Trip to the Library of Congress" (circa 1899), was captured by the renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston. The image transports us back in time to the late 19th century, where a group of eager boys and girls are seen embarking on an educational outing to the prestigious Library of Congress in Washington D.C., United States of America. Frances Benjamin Johnston, an accomplished educator and photographer, expertly documented this significant day trip, capturing the excitement and anticipation of the young students as they gather outside the historic building. The boys, dressed in collared shirts and trousers, and the girls in simple dresses, are filled with curiosity and wonder, as they prepare to immerse themselves in the vast trove of knowledge that awaits them within. The Library of Congress, a symbol of American heritage and history, stands proudly in the background, its grandeur and importance underscored by the solemnity of the occasion. The students, with their books in hand, are about to embark on a journey of learning, guided by their teacher, who stands watchfully in the background. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the importance of education and the role that institutions like the Library of Congress play in shaping the minds of future generations. It is a testament to the enduring power of knowledge and the joy of discovery, captured in the most beautiful and evocative way by the skilled hand of Frances Benjamin Johnston.

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