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NY Motorcycle Police
New York, New York: c. 1929 New York City motorcycle police squads on duty at City Hall on Red Thursday when thousands of unemployed took part in a great demonstration. Most of the trouble took place at Union Square
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Media ID 9741275
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1920s 1929 1930s B And W City Scenes Communist Daytime Law Enforcement Manhattan Motorcycle Cops Motorcycle Police Motorcycle Policemen Motorcycles New York New York City Nypd Police Police Officers Policemen
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring the history of New York City's motorcycle police to your walls with our stunning poster print from Underwood Archives at Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Universal Images Group, takes you back to 1929 when motorcycle squads patrolled the streets of New York City during a massive demonstration on Red Thursday. Join the unemployed throngs at City Hall as these brave officers maintained order and upheld the law. Add a piece of historical photography to your home or office decor with this evocative and intriguing poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "NY Motorcycle Police" captures a significant moment in New York City's history. Taken around 1929 at City Hall on Red Thursday, the image showcases the city's motorcycle police squads on duty during a time of great unrest. Thousands of unemployed individuals participated in a massive demonstration that day, with Union Square becoming the epicenter of most of the trouble. The photograph exudes an air of historical significance as it portrays these brave law enforcement officers patrolling Manhattan's streets on their motorcycles. The vintage aesthetic adds to its charm, transporting viewers back to an era when life was vastly different from today. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the dedication and commitment displayed by these policemen amidst challenging circumstances. Their presence serves as a reminder of their role in maintaining order and ensuring public safety even during times of social upheaval. As we delve into this piece from Underwood Archives' collection, we are transported to an era where political ideologies clashed and tensions ran high. This image encapsulates not only the physical landscape but also reflects upon broader themes such as communism and societal struggles prevalent during that period. Overall, this historic photograph offers us a glimpse into New York City's past while highlighting the bravery and resilience exhibited by its motorcycle police force amid turbulent times.
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