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The Centennial Exhibition of 1876 promised a glorious industrial future.
Outside its gates, the country seethed with violence and corruption.
By Jake Lundberg
From the June 2026 issue.
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By The Centennial Exhibition of 1876 promised a glorious industrial future.
Outside its gates, the country seethed with violence and corruption.
By Jake Lundberg
From the June 2026 issue.
Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news: http://theatlantic.com/listen
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices