(1881-1961). American labor leader. FBI mug shot of Foster, then chairman of the U. S. Communist Party, after his July 1948 indictment under the federal Smith Act of 1940, which prohibited conspiring to teach the violent overthrow of the government

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(1881-1961). American labor leader. FBI mug shot of Foster, then chairman of the U. S. Communist Party, after his July 1948 indictment under the federal Smith Act of 1940, which prohibited conspiring to teach the violent overthrow of the government

WILLIAM ZEBULON FOSTER
(1881-1961). American labor leader. FBI mug shot of Foster, then chairman of the U.S. Communist Party, after his July 1948 indictment under the federal Smith Act of 1940, which prohibited conspiring to teach the violent overthrow of the government

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1948 Activist Communist Crime Federal Foster Labor Leader Labor Movement Mug Shot Prisoner Profile Red Scare Smith Zebulon Will I Am

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the infamous mug shot of William Zebulon Foster, a prominent American labor leader during the early 20th century. Taken by the FBI in July 1948, this image captures Foster at a pivotal moment in his life when he was indicted under the federal Smith Act of 1940. The Smith Act aimed to prevent individuals from conspiring to teach or advocate for the violent overthrow of the government. As chairman of the U. S. Communist Party at that time, Foster found himself entangled in this legal battle against his political beliefs. In this arresting portrait, we see Foster's stern expression and determined gaze, reflecting both resilience and defiance. His arrest symbolizes an era marked by intense anti-communist sentiment known as the "Red Scare". This period witnessed widespread fear and suspicion towards those associated with communist ideologies. Foster's mug shot serves as a powerful reminder of a tumultuous chapter in American history when political activism clashed with national security concerns. It encapsulates not only Foster's personal struggle but also represents countless others who fought for their ideals amidst societal turmoil. As we observe this historical photograph today, it prompts us to reflect on issues surrounding civil liberties, freedom of speech, and ideological diversity within our own society.

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