Navy Recruiting Station, Post Office—Butte, Montana 1956

"Navy Recruiting Station, Post Office—Butte, Montana" is a 1956 photograph by American photographer Robert Frank. Known for his candid and often gritty style, Frank captures a glimpse into the interior of a government building in Butte, Montana. The photograph features a stark black and white composition, showcasing the stark contrast of the American flag against a plain background. This work exemplifies Frank's iconic "The Americans" series, which documented life in the United States in the 1950s. His work challenged conventional photographic aesthetics and contributed to the rise of photojournalism.