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Field Mass - B'k'n Navy Yard, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
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Field Mass - B'k'n Navy Yard, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Field Mass - B'k'n Navy Yard, between c1910 and c1915
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Arial View Brooklyn Navy Yard Brooklyn New York United States Congregation Elevated View Gathered George Grantham Bain Mass Naval Shipyard Navy Yard Shipyard Worship Worshipping Bain George Graham Bain News Service George Graham Bain Press Photography
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A Bird's Eye View of Industry and Devotion - Field Mass - B'k'n Navy Yard (circa 1910-1915)
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This striking black-and-white photograph, captured by renowned photographer George Grantham Bain, offers a unique glimpse into the daily life at Brooklyn Navy Yard during the early 20th century. The elevated view showcases the bustling shipyard in all its glory, with rows of massive vessels and cranes stretching across the landscape.
But what truly sets this image apart is the unexpected juxtaposition of industry and devotion. Amidst the steel beams and machinery, a group of people - men, women, and children alike - gather for prayer or worship. Their faces upturned towards heaven, they seem oblivious to their surroundings as they connect with something greater than themselves.
This poignant moment captures not only the dedication of these individuals but also the resilience and hope that defined America during this era. The photograph serves as a testament to Bain's skill in capturing life's quiet moments amidst chaos, offering us a window into the past that is both fascinating and thought-provoking.
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