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Group of Florida migrants on their way to Cranberry, New Jer
Group of Florida migrants on their way to Cranberry, New Jersey, to pick potatoes. Near Shawboro, North Carolina. Date 1940 July
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Carolina Florida Jersey Migrants Pick Potatoes Cranberry
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, a group of Florida migrant workers are seen making their way towards Cranberry, New Jersey, with determined expressions on their faces. The year is 1940, and the season is summer. The group, consisting of men, women, and children, are carrying baskets and bags, loaded with their belongings and tools, as they prepare for the arduous journey north. The scene takes place near Shawboro, North Carolina, a small town located in the eastern part of the state. At the time, Shawboro was a popular stopover for migrant workers traveling from the southern states to the northeastern United States in search of seasonal work in agriculture. The potato fields of Cranberry, New Jersey, were a common destination for these workers, who would labor long hours under the hot sun to help harvest the crops. The photograph captures the resilience and determination of these migrant workers, who left their homes in Florida to seek better opportunities in the north. Despite the challenges they faced, they persevered, traveling long distances by foot, hitchhiking, or riding in old cars and trucks. Their journey was not an easy one, but the promise of work and a better future kept them going. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich history of migration in America and the important role that migrant labor played in shaping the agricultural industry of the United States. It also highlights the sacrifices and hardships that many migrant workers endured in pursuit of a better life for themselves and their families. Today, this image stands as a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit and the enduring legacy of the American migrant experience.
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