Canvas Print : Veterans Riot at Washington: on the Steps of Congress
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Veterans Riot at Washington: on the Steps of Congress
A demonstration which nearly became a riot: bonus marchers mounting the steps of the Capitol to appeal to congressmen for bonus payments
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Media ID 4420247
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1932 Appeal Bonus Capitol Congress Demonstration Marchers Payments Protest Riot Veterans Washington Congressmen
10"x10" (25x25cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring the powerful and historic image "Veterans Riot at Washington: on the Steps of Congress" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph captures the tension and determination of bonus marchers during their demonstration on the Capitol steps in 1932. Nearly becoming a riot, this poignant moment in American history is now beautifully preserved in high-quality canvas for your home or office. Our premium canvas prints deliver stunning detail and vibrant colors, ensuring that every detail of this iconic image is brought to life. Order yours today and add a touch of history to your space.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this historic photograph, a chaotic scene unfolds on the steps of the United States Capitol in Washington D.C., as veterans from the Bonus Army, a group of World War I veterans demanding early payment of their bonuses, clash with military personnel during a demonstration in July 1932. The Bonus Army, which numbered in the thousands, had assembled in the nation's capital to appeal to Congress for immediate payment of their bonuses, which were due to be paid to them in 1945. However, with the country in the midst of the Great Depression, many veterans were struggling to survive and couldn't wait for the promised payments. The situation came to a head on July 28, 1932, when tensions boiled over between the veterans and the military. In the photograph, veterans can be seen mounting the steps of the Capitol building, determined to make their voices heard to the congressmen inside. Military personnel, clad in helmets and gas masks, stand ready to confront the veterans, creating a volatile and dangerous situation. The incident, which nearly became a full-blown riot, was a pivotal moment in American history. It highlighted the plight of veterans during the Great Depression and brought attention to the need for government assistance for those who had served their country in war. Ultimately, President Hoover ordered the military to withdraw, and the veterans were given temporary shelter in an abandoned camp near Anacostia. The Bonus Army would remain in Washington until the following spring, when they were forcibly evicted by the military. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by our veterans and the challenges they faced during times of economic hardship. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of standing up for what is right.
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