An extraordinary cabinet card capturing a scene of youthful determination and physical fitness: four boys from New York City engaged in a workout session using weights at William Blaike's system of gymnastics at the Fifth Avenue School No. 20, located at 20 West 59th Street. Photographed by Rookwood at Union Square, this cabinet card offers a unique glimpse into the structured physical education programs offered in urban schools during the late 19th century. Against the backdrop of the city's dynamic landscape, these boys demonstrate discipline and strength as they participate in the systematic exercises designed to promote health and well-being. The inclusion of specific location details adds historical context to the image, highlighting the importance of physical education in the educational system of the time. Whether it's the focus in their eyes or the determination in their posture, each detail of the scene reflects the values of perseverance and self-improvement instilled in these young New Yorkers.

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