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Factory of Lowden Canning Company, Bluffton, South Carolina showing a 7-year old
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Factory of Lowden Canning Company, Bluffton, South Carolina showing a 7-year old
XOS1273787 Factory of Lowden Canning Company, Bluffton, South Carolina showing a 7-year old girl who shucks 3 pots of oysters a day with her 6-year old brother and an 11-year old boy who does 6 pots, 1913 (b/w photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lewis Hine was an investigative photographer for the National Child Labor Committee who documented from 1908-1912 the working conditions and exploitation of children in all types of industries. ); American, out of copyright
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This poignant photograph captures the harsh reality of child labor in early 20th century America. Taken by Lewis Wickes Hine, an investigative photographer for the National Child Labor Committee, it depicts the Factory of Lowden Canning Company in Bluffton, South Carolina. In this image, a seven-year-old girl can be seen diligently shucking three pots of oysters each day alongside her six-year-old brother. Accompanying them is an eleven-year-old boy who manages to handle six pots. Hine's powerful lens exposes the exploitation and grueling conditions these young children endured during this era. The photograph serves as a stark reminder of the widespread poverty that plagued industrial communities at that time. The presence of these innocent faces amidst such arduous work evokes both sympathy and outrage. Their small frames are burdened with responsibilities far beyond their tender years, highlighting the urgent need for reform in child labor laws. Beyond its historical significance, this image also showcases Hine's exceptional ability to capture raw emotions through his lens. It stands as a testament to his dedication in shedding light on social injustices prevalent within American society. As we reflect upon this haunting snapshot from our past, let us remember those who fought tirelessly for change and continue to advocate for fair treatment and protection of children around the world today.
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