[Pair of Stereograph Views of General Jacob S. Coxey's Army of the Unemployed] 1850 - 1919

This stereograph, created by J. F. Jarvis, captures a moment in history. It depicts General Jacob S. Coxey's Army of the Unemployed marching towards Washington, D.C. in 1894, during the economic depression. The stereograph’s two images, when viewed through a stereoscope, create a three-dimensional effect. This visual technique allows the viewer to experience the scene, showing a group of people, likely unemployed workers, marching in protest. The scene captures a pivotal moment in the country's social and economic history, highlighting the unrest and hardship of the era. The image is a powerful example of early 20th-century photography documenting social movements and their impact on American life.