Bar - Proud to be americans 1941 - Side by Side Framed Print

Colorized photo from 1941, April
Original title: Bartender and owner of tavern on the southside of Chicago, IL
Photographer: Russell Lee
Location: Chicago, IL (Southside)

I was able to find some of those botles, some may be local brands. They all seem to have an illinois sticker on it, or the shape looks like that state. I did the best i could to remove the glare. I would like to know what the rest of that sign says about served at the left corner. i removed it because it added nothing. i would like to know what the story is behind that salami hanging from the ceiling. nearly every bottle behind them is some form of bourbon whiskey.

These bartenders proudly standing beneath a banner declaring their profound love for their country. Their sense of duty reflect a deep sense of their connection with the American spirit. They are ready to serve all of those who want to get wasted for the night.

Coloring this I did the best I could to remove the intense glare an...

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