I discovered this beautiful bronze relief on the side of a monument in the Mount Wollaston Cemetery. The monument is inscribed with the following: "The International HCB&C Laborers' Union of America to D. D'Alessandro". After doing a little research, I learned that D.D'Alessandro was a AFL leader for "hod carriers" in 1920, and had an office listed at 25 School Street.
Quincy has had a history of supporting labor unions that goes back to their inception in the late 1800s.
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8 comments:
cemeteries provide some interesting photo opportunities. Interesting background about the gentleman.
Beautiful relief. I wonder if there's a tie between that D'Alessandro and the T. D'Alessandro from Maryland, father of Nancy Pelosi.
Very apt for the day that's in it.
I love cemetery art!
Tyra
Monochrome
Very timely shot and great in mono.
Good thing you went by this place,
perfect for a labor day illustration.
Fantastic relief! Perfect for the day! :D
Great photograph. The unions have been the backbone of the middle class and this is a very appropriate post for Labor Day!
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