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GM Employee Cafeteria
Filename: 990_16_3-Food-Rest-Int_7HR.jpg
Size: 4800 x 3759 (8.3MB)
Date: 3rd February 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Underwood Archives
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
City: Fremont
County: California
Country: United States
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GM Employee Cafeteria
Fremont, California: c. 1961. Employees at the cafeteria for the hourly rate workers at the new GM Fremont Assembly Plant. It will seat a total of 1000 persons at one time
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Media ID 9737255
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1950s 1960s 1961 B And W California Caucasian Appearance Corporate Eating Employed Employees Fremont Interiors Many Men Mixed Ethnicity Monochromatic Monochrome Restaurant Restaurants Sixties Workers Auto Industry Automobile Industry Cafeteria Food Service General Motors
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the 1960s showcases the bustling GM Employee Cafeteria in Fremont, California. The image captures a moment in time when hourly rate workers at the new GM Fremont Assembly Plant gathered for a meal. With its capacity to seat up to 1000 people simultaneously, this cafeteria served as a hub of sustenance and camaraderie for the hardworking employees. The diverse group of individuals depicted in the photograph reflects the mixed ethnicity that was characteristic of America's workforce during this era. Men of different backgrounds can be seen enjoying their meals together, creating an atmosphere of unity amidst their shared employment at General Motors. The monochromatic aesthetic adds a touch of nostalgia to this historic snapshot, transporting viewers back to a time when automobiles were booming and corporate giants like GM played an integral role in shaping North America's auto industry. As we gaze upon this vintage scene captured by Reatu from Underwood Archives, we are reminded not only of the significance of this particular cafeteria but also how it represents an important chapter in American history. This print serves as a testament to the dedication and hard work displayed by these employed individuals who contributed greatly to both General Motors' success and our nation's industrial growth.
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