Cattle Driven To Slaughter (1897 Original Black & White Film)

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Witness the bustling scenes of the Chicago stockyards in 1897 as a herd of long-horn cattle is driven through the gates towards the slaughterhouse. Experience a glimpse into the fast-paced world of the meatpacking industry, where 280 animals are processed every hour. This historic footage, part of the Erie Railroad series, offers a unique perspective on the operations of the time.

Source :
Heise, W., Thomas A. Edison, I. & Paper Print Collection. (1897) Cattle Driven to Slaughter. White, J. H. U., prod United States: Edison Manufacturing Co. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/00694171

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