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    1911 Glass Negative of Revolutionary Leader Zapata
    1911 Glass Negative of Revolutionary Leader Zapata
    1911 Glass Negative of Revolutionary Leader Zapata

    1911 Glass Negative of Revolutionary Leader Zapata

    $19.95

    This glass negative from 1911 captures the notable Mexican revolutionary leader Emiliano Zapata, a figure pivotal in the Mexican Revolution that began in 1910. Zapata is best known for his role in advocating for land reform and empowering rural communities, particularly for the peasants who had long been marginalized. He led the Liberation Army of the South, which fought against the oppressive regimes that had dominated Mexico’s agrarian landscape for decades.

    Photographed by the Bain News Service, this image represents a moment in time when Zapata was gaining prominence as a symbol of resistance and social justice. His rallying cry of Tierra y Libertad (Land and Liberty) resonated deeply with the disenfranchised, fueling a movement that would reshape the countrys socio-political structure. The negative serves not only as a portrayal of Zapata but also as a historical document that encapsulates the spirit and urgency of a revolutionary era.

    The photograph highlights the significance of visual media in documenting key historical figures and their movements. Importantly, the Bain News Service played a vital role in capturing and disseminating imagery of the changing American landscape and its people, further solidifying the impact and legacy of leaders like Zapata in both Mexican and world history.

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    1911 Glass Negative of Revolutionary Leader Zapata

    1911 Glass Negative of Revolutionary Leader Zapata

    8" x 10"
    $19.95
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