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Wabash Avenue North from Monroe Street, Chicago
Filename: 918_11_VO507A.jpg
Size: 3287 x 2085 (1.8MB)
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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Wabash Avenue North from Monroe Street, Chicago
Postcard view of Wabash Avenue showing the Elevated tracks and buildings. Pedestrians cross the street and walk along the sidewalks
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Media ID 9751505
© Cultural Heritage Images/Universal Images Group
1907 Avenue Buildings Chicago Cross Elevated Monroe North Pedestrians Postcard Showing Sidewalks Street Tracks Walk Wabash
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) takes us back in time to the bustling streets of Chicago in 1907. The image showcases a postcard view of Wabash Avenue, offering a glimpse into the city's vibrant atmosphere during that era. As we gaze upon this snapshot, our eyes are immediately drawn to the elevated tracks that stretch across the frame, serving as both a transportation system and an architectural marvel. The scene is alive with activity as pedestrians confidently navigate their way through the busy street, crossing over to reach their destinations. The sidewalks on either side are teeming with people strolling along, perhaps enjoying window shopping or engaging in lively conversations. The buildings lining Wabash Avenue stand tall and proud, representing Chicago's rich history and urban development. This photograph encapsulates not only a specific moment in time but also captures the essence of life in early 20th century America. It invites us to imagine ourselves amidst those who walked these very streets more than a century ago – witnessing firsthand the energy and dynamism that defined Chicago at its core. As we admire this historical gem preserved by UIG, let us appreciate how it serves as a visual gateway into our past – reminding us of how far we have come while honoring the legacy left behind by those who once called this iconic avenue home.
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