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The Florida land boom Tampa Florida, is one of the two principal boom towns
The Florida land boom
Tampa Florida, is one of the two principal boom towns where Florida Frenzy is now at its height, and where building sites are reported to be worth ? 4, 000 per foot
8 January 1926
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Media ID 11035934
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This print captures the essence of "The Florida land boom" in Tampa, Florida during the 1920s. As one of the two principal boom towns, Tampa was at the epicenter of the Florida Frenzy that had taken hold. The image showcases a bustling cityscape with towering buildings and busy streets, reflecting the height of this economic phenomenon. During this time, building sites were reported to be worth an astonishing ?4,000 per foot, highlighting the immense value placed on real estate in this booming market. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to the photograph, transporting viewers back to a pivotal era between wars when optimism and prosperity seemed boundless. Captured by Central News on January 8th, 1926, this photograph is a testament to both historical significance and artistic excellence. It serves as a window into an era defined by rapid urban development and speculative investment that ultimately shaped modern-day Tampa. As we gaze upon this remarkable image from TopFoto's collection of Europeana photography, we are reminded of how history has unfolded through moments like these – where dreams collided with reality amidst an ever-changing landscape. This print invites us to reflect on our own relationship with progress and reminds us that even in times of great excitement or frenzy, there is always more than meets the eye.
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