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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1899. A science class studying water vapor at the Second Division School
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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1899. A science class studying water vapor at the Second Division School
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 1899.
A science class studying water vapor at the Second Division School, Washington, D.C. Photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Media ID 12237028
1899 Academic Blackboard Child Classroom Education Francis Grammar School Johnston Lesson Literacy Pupil Responsibility Schoolboy Schoolgirl Schoolmistress Science Teach Washington
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This photograph from 1899 captures a science class in action at the Second Division School in Washington, D. C. The image, taken by renowned photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston, showcases the dedication to education during this time period. In the classroom, we see a group of eager young students engrossed in their lesson on water vapor. A schoolmistress stands at the front of the room, guiding her pupils through this scientific exploration. The children's faces reflect curiosity and excitement as they absorb knowledge that will shape their understanding of the world. The setting itself exudes an air of academic importance. A large blackboard dominates one wall, covered with equations and diagrams related to water vapor. Books are neatly arranged on shelves along another wall, emphasizing literacy as a fundamental aspect of education. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into late 19th-century America and its commitment to providing quality education for all children. It reminds us that even then, responsibility for teaching fell upon dedicated educators like this schoolmistress who nurtured young minds. Frances Benjamin Johnston's skillful composition captures not only the physical aspects of this classroom but also conveys intangible qualities such as enthusiasm and ambition. This historical print serves as a timeless reminder of how education has always been essential in shaping our society's future generations.
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