1922 Armour's Food Source Map | The Greatness of the United States is Founded on Agriculture
By: Armour & Co.
Date: 1922 (dated) Chicago
Dimensions: 25 x 40 inches (63.5 x 101.5 cm)
A vibrant and detailed pictorial map of the United States, focusing on the country's agricultural abundance in the early 20th century. The map showcases the livestock and crop distributions across various states, emphasizing the importance of agriculture to the nation's economy and infrastructure.
The map employs bold visuals to indicate where key agricultural resources are concentrated. Livestock such as cattle, hogs, and sheep dominate much of the Midwest and West, while crops like wheat, corn, and fruits are highlighted in other regions. The various numbers on the map correspond to a legend that indicates what agricultural products are grown or raised in specific areas. Additionally, there is a strong focus on the role of livestock in American agriculture, which is noted in a quote by Philip D. Armour prominently featured at the top of the map.
The reverse side of the map elaborates on the role of the packing industry, particularly focusing on the achievements of Armour and Company, one of the largest meatpacking companies of the time. Illustrations and informative text describe the industrial advancements that allowed for the efficient processing, refrigeration, and transportation of meat products. The reverse also provides an historical overview of how the packing industry evolved to meet the growing food demands of the American population.
Some History on Armour and Co.
Founded in Chicago in 1867 by Philip D. Armour, the quickly grew into one of the largest food processing and packing companies in the world. Armour played a significant role in the industrialization of the meatpacking industry, pioneering many innovations that revolutionized food production and distribution. The company's efforts in refrigerated transport allowed them to ship fresh meat products across the country, ensuring longer shelf life and greater accessibility to different regions. This development was crucial in helping America meet its growing food demands in the 20th century.
Condition: Issued folding, now mostly flat, this map is in A condition with no significant tears, holes, stains, or writing on either side.
Inventory #12806
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