Arrival Of McKinley's Funeral Train At Canton, Ohio (1901 Original Black & White Film)

This poignant black and white film from 1901 captures the arrival of President McKinley's funeral train at a station platform. The camera, strategically placed, offers a clear view of the steam locomotive adorned with crepe, a symbol of mourning. As the train comes to a stop, a somber mood fills the air. Dignitaries and a reception committee stand respectfully with bared heads as mourners disembark. A silent yet powerful glimpse into a nation grieving the loss of its leader.

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Thomas A. Edison, I. & Paper Print Collection. (1901) Arrival of McKinley's funeral train at Canton, Ohio. United States: Thomas A. Edison, Inc. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/00694354