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Georgia Cotton Plantation
GEORGIA 1898: A pair of cotton pickers take a break on a plantation in 1898 in Georgia. (Photo by Michael Ochs Archive/Getty Images)
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1800s 1890 1899 Break Cotton Georgia Us State Pair Picking Plantation South Southern Taking Lifestyles Old South
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This evocative photograph, captured by Michael Ochs Archives in 1898, offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of cotton pickers on a plantation in Georgia during the late 1800s. The image features a pair of weary workers taking a much-needed break from their labor-intensive task. Dressed in simple, worn clothing, they sit on the ground, leaning against their baskets filled with freshly picked cotton. The sun casts a warm glow over the scene, highlighting the rich, earthy tones of the landscape. The Old South comes alive in this image, with its rolling hills dotted with cotton plants and the vast, open sky stretching out above. The scene is reminiscent of a time long past, when agriculture was the backbone of the southern economy and the lives of millions were tied to the land. The two figures in the photograph are likely sharecroppers, tenant farmers who worked the land in exchange for a share of the crop. Their labor was essential to the success of the plantation, and the long hours and grueling work took a toll on their bodies and spirits. Despite the hardships, the resilience and determination of these workers shines through in this powerful photograph. It serves as a reminder of the human spirit's ability to endure and adapt, even in the most challenging of circumstances. This image is a valuable addition to any collection of American history or southern folklore.
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