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BLACKSMITH, 1943. Daniel Anastazia, a blacksmiths assistant, at the roundhouse
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BLACKSMITH, 1943. Daniel Anastazia, a blacksmiths assistant, at the roundhouse
BLACKSMITH, 1943.
Daniel Anastazia, a blacksmiths assistant, at the roundhouse of the Rock Island Railroad in Blue Island, Illinois. Photograph by Jack Delano, 1943
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1943 Assistant Blacksmith Craftsman Daniel Delano Denim Employee Glove Gloves Illinois Industry Jack Metal Metalworking New Deal Overalls Railroad Roundhouse Shop Smithy Tool Trade Unidentified
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This photograph, titled "BLACKSMITH, 1943" transports us back to a time when craftsmanship and hard work were the backbone of American industry. The image features Daniel Anastazia, a dedicated blacksmith's assistant at the roundhouse of the Rock Island Railroad in Blue Island, Illinois. Taken by renowned photographer Jack Delano in 1943 as part of his documentation for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), this portrait captures Anastazia in his element. Dressed in denim overalls and donning sturdy gloves, he stands confidently amidst an array of metalworking tools. His focused gaze reveals both dedication and expertise honed through years of experience. The roundhouse serves as a backdrop to this snapshot from history – a bustling hub where locomotives were repaired and maintained during their arduous journeys across America's vast rail network. It symbolizes not only Anastazia's workplace but also represents the thriving industrial landscape that powered economic growth during this era. Delano's masterful composition highlights both the strength and skill required for such labor-intensive work while preserving an air of dignity around its subject. This photograph is not just about one man; it encapsulates an entire generation who contributed to building America into what it is today. As we admire this timeless piece captured over seven decades ago, let us reflect on the enduring legacy left behind by workers like Daniel Anastazia – unsung heroes whose dedication shaped our nation's progress during challenging times.
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