Vintage Postcard 1900s Union Stock Yards Chicago Aerodist Art Views Cows City

Historical Significance: This vintage white border postcard features a rare aerial view of the Union Stock Yards in Chicago, Illinois. At the time of this printing, the yards were the world’s most significant industrial livestock hub, processing nearly nine million head of livestock annually. This "city within a city" famously earned Chicago the title "Hog Butcher for the World" and was a global marvel of industrial efficiency and rail logistics. Era: White Border Publisher: AC Co. Type: Printed Lithograph Size: Standard 3.5 x 5.5" Condition: Unposted with sharp edges and a clean reverse. Note the very faint pencil notation on the back, a typical mark from a vintage shop or previous collector. This is an authentic vintage item. Use the zoom tool to inspect the photos for a detailed view of the condition.