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Hiring Fair
circa 1900: Farm hands waiting to be taken on by new employers in market square, High Wycombe at the Michaelmas Hiring Fair. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11808794
1919 England Black Landscape Europe
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This print takes us back in time to a bustling market square in High Wycombe, England, during the Michaelmas Hiring Fair circa 1900. The image captures the anticipation and hopes of farm hands eagerly waiting to be taken on by new employers. In this snapshot of history, we witness a scene filled with both excitement and uncertainty. The men are dressed in their Sunday best, standing tall as they await their turn for employment. Their faces reflect determination mixed with apprehension, knowing that securing work at the fair could mean survival for themselves and their families. The composition of this landscape photograph beautifully showcases the architecture surrounding the market square - quaint buildings serving as a backdrop to this pivotal event in rural life. The timeless quality of photography adds an air of nostalgia, transporting us directly into this moment frozen in time. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Hulton Archive's collection, we can't help but feel connected to our ancestors who faced similar challenges and dreams centuries ago. It serves as a poignant reminder of how far society has progressed while honoring those who paved the way through hard work and resilience. This print is not just an artistic masterpiece; it encapsulates an important chapter in European history – one that shaped communities like High Wycombe forever.
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