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HINE: MILL HOUSING, 1912. Poor housing conditions for textile mill workers in Woonsocket
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HINE: MILL HOUSING, 1912. Poor housing conditions for textile mill workers in Woonsocket
HINE: MILL HOUSING, 1912.
Poor housing conditions for textile mill workers in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. Photograph by Lewis Hine, November 1912
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1912 Children Hine Home Housing Lewis Mill Mound November Poverty Rhode Island Sanitation Textile Mill Wickes Turn Of Century
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of mill housing in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, during the early 20th century. Taken by Lewis Hine in November 1912, it exposes the deplorable living conditions endured by textile mill workers and their families. In this haunting image, we see a dilapidated building with worn-out exteriors that reflect years of neglect. The sepia tones add to the somber atmosphere surrounding this scene. A young girl stands outside the entrance, her face revealing both innocence and weariness beyond her years. The photo highlights not only the poverty but also the lack of basic sanitation facilities available to these workers. It serves as a stark reminder of how industrialization often came at a great cost to human lives and dignity. Hine's work was instrumental in exposing social injustices like these across America during this time period. Through his lens, he aimed to shed light on societal issues that were otherwise hidden from public view. This print is a poignant reminder of our history and an important testament to those who fought for better working and living conditions for all Americans. It serves as a call-to-action against exploitation and reminds us never to forget those who suffered so greatly in pursuit of progress.
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