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Scope and Content Note
Images reflect varied aspects of American history, culture, and politics of the nineteenth century. Examples of topics depicted include African Americans, animals, children, cities, the Civil War, daily life, dancing, educational institutions, emblems and symbols, entertainers, fashion, flags, genre scenes, landscapes, love and marriage, military personnel, musical instruments and people playing instruments, U.S. Presidents, sports, theater, transportation, and women.