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Exchange Building, Chicago Stock Yards
Filename: 918_11_VO1440.jpg
Size: 3243 x 2074 (1.7MB)
Date: 11th October 2010
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Copyright Status: Public Domain
Source: UIG CULTURAL HERITAGE
© Cultural Heritage Images/Universal Images Group
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Exchange Building, Chicago Stock Yards
Postcard birds eye view of the Union Stock Yards showing the Exchange Building and pens filled with livestock
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Media ID 9751545
© Cultural Heritage Images/Universal Images Group
1915 Building Chicago Exchange Filled Livestock Pens Postcard Showing Stock Union Yards
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This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) takes us back in time to the bustling streets of Chicago in 1915. The image showcases the iconic Exchange Building, a prominent structure within the renowned Union Stock Yards. From a bird's eye view, we are treated to an extraordinary sight - pens upon pens filled with livestock as far as the eye can see. The Exchange Building stands tall amidst this lively scene, exuding an air of importance and authority. Its grand architecture is a testament to the significance of this hub for stock trading and commerce during that era. As one gazes at this postcard-worthy snapshot, it becomes evident that this was not just any ordinary building; it was the heart and soul of Chicago's thriving stock industry. The liveliness captured in this photograph is palpable - you can almost hear the sounds of hooves clattering against concrete and feel the energy emanating from both human traders and their animal counterparts. It serves as a reminder of how integral these yards were to America's agricultural economy at that time. This historic image transports us back to an era when Chicago was synonymous with livestock trading, showcasing its dominance on a national scale. It invites us to appreciate not only the architectural marvels but also pays homage to those who played pivotal roles in shaping our nation's economic landscape through their involvement in such industries.
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