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Air view of St. John's Park Freight Station in New York City
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Air view of St. John's Park Freight Station in New York City
Air view of St. John's Park Freight Station in New York City. New York. Date of Photograph:1940 - 1950
Unidentified Author
FVQ-F-134895-0000
Media ID 33292314
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Cornice Factory Industrial Landscape With Road Machines On The Tracks Port Railway Railway Station Roof Skyscraper Track Train By Land For Transportation Naval And River
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This print offers a mesmerizing aerial view of the St. John's Park Freight Station in New York City, capturing the essence of urban life in the mid-20th century. The photograph, taken between 1940 and 1950 by an unidentified author, showcases the architectural marvels that defined this bustling metropolis. The grandeur of this historic building is evident through its ornate cornice, intricate building elements, and decorative sections. Its imposing structure stands tall against the city skyline, resembling a majestic skyscraper rather than a mere railway station. The roof adds to its charm with its unique design and craftsmanship. Surrounded by an industrial landscape with roads leading to it from all directions, this freight station served as a vital hub for transportation in New York City. It connected various modes of transport such as railways, ports, naval routes, and even factories. Intriguingly captured are trains on their tracks within the premises of St. John's Park Freight Station – powerful machines ready to embark on their journeys across land or sea. The scene depicts a hive of activity with cars traversing nearby avenues while goods are loaded onto waiting vessels. Beyond being just an object for transporting goods efficiently, this photograph reveals how transportation shaped the cityscape itself – transforming it into a thriving urban center where commerce thrived day and night. Alinari has masterfully preserved this snapshot from history; allowing us to glimpse into an era when railroads were at their peak importance in shaping cities like New York. This stunning image serves as both a testament to human ingenuity and progress while also evoking nostalgia for simpler times gone by.
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