Car Accident, Ford Car, Washington DC, 1921

Witness a car crash frozen in time with this photograph depicting a car accident in Ford, Washington DC, in 1921. Despite the sunny day, misfortune struck as a Ford vehicle collided with a tree, resulting in a peculiar situation where the tree became wedged between the right car light and fender. In this intriguing scene, two men can be seen examining the accident, striving to find a solution for removing the tree without exacerbating the damage. This image offers a glimpse into the challenge faced by early motorists and the expertise required to navigate unexpected obstacles in the realm of early automobile accidents.