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Cotton Harvest, Savannah

Cotton Harvest, Savannah


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Cotton Harvest, Savannah

Harvesting cotton at Savannah, Georgia [from a photograph]

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1879 Cotton Georgia Harvest Harvesting Manufacturing Savannah Textiles


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This evocative photograph captures the essence of the cotton harvest in Savannah, Georgia, in 1879. The image presents a snapshot of a pivotal moment in the history of the American South and the textile industry. A group of laborers, likely African American farmers or sharecroppers, are seen working diligently in the fields, picking and bundling cotton bolls. The sun casts a warm, golden glow over the landscape, highlighting the lush greenery of the cotton plants and the vibrant red of the ripe fruits. The scene is a testament to the hard work and perseverance required to cultivate and harvest this valuable crop. At the time, cotton was the primary cash crop in the South, and the industry was a major contributor to the region's economy. The bales of cotton, neatly stacked in the background, represent the fruits of their labor, ready to be transported to textile mills for processing. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the historical significance of Savannah as a major port city. The city's strategic location on the Atlantic Ocean made it an important hub for the export of cotton and other agricultural products from the South to markets in Europe and beyond. This image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a visual connection to the rich history of manufacturing, industry, and agriculture in Georgia and the United States as a whole. The cotton harvest in Savannah in 1879 was not just an event of local significance, but a critical moment in the development of the American economy and the textile industry.

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