Damaged Car Following a Traffic Accident in Chicago, Illinois, 1930-1945
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Artifact Overview
Automobiles are fast, powerful, and potentially dangerous. Accidents like the wreck pictured here became more commonplace as automotive speeds and the number of drivers on American roads rapidly increased in the 20th century. Eventually, manufacturers, governments, and drivers themselves were compelled to improve automotive safety.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Photographic print
Date Made
1930-1945
Creators
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
91.315.1749
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Christine Dillon.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 8 in
Width: 10 in
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