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PRISONS: THE TOMBS, 1913. The Tombs, New York Citys main prison at Leonard and Centre Streets
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PRISONS: THE TOMBS, 1913. The Tombs, New York Citys main prison at Leonard and Centre Streets
PRISONS: THE TOMBS, 1913.
The Tombs, New York Citys main prison at Leonard and Centre Streets, and the connecting Bridge of Sighs. Photographed in 1913
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PRISONS - THE TOMBS, 1913 - A Glimpse into New York City's Dark Past
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. This print takes us back to the year 1913, offering a haunting glimpse into the heart of New York City's main prison, The Tombs. Located at Leonard and Centre Streets, this imposing architectural marvel stands as a symbol of confinement and punishment in an era long gone. The image captures not only the grandeur of the building itself but also its connection to the outside world through the iconic Bridge of Sighs. As we peer through time, we witness horse-drawn carriages and early automobiles passing by on bustling city streets. The sight is both mesmerizing and chilling. The photograph serves as a stark reminder of a different era when crime was rampant in Manhattan. It transports us to an age where sidewalks were filled with individuals who may have once walked these very streets before finding themselves locked away within these walls. As we contemplate this historical artifact, our minds wander to those who experienced life inside The Tombs - their hopes, fears, and dreams forever confined within its cold embrace. This image invites us to reflect on society's approach to punishment throughout history while reminding us that even amidst towering buildings and busy streets lies a hidden world where justice takes on an entirely different meaning. Let this print serve as a testament to our collective past – an eternal reminder that behind every skyline there are stories waiting to be told.
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