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GEORGIA: CHAIN GANG, 1892. African American prisoners on a chain gang do work while
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GEORGIA: CHAIN GANG, 1892. African American prisoners on a chain gang do work while
GEORGIA: CHAIN GANG, 1892.
African American prisoners on a chain gang do work while a guard watches, near Augusta, Georgia, April 1892
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1892 April Augusta Black Chain Gang Confinement Criminal Georgia Guard Overseer Prisoner Punishment Stripe Guilty Southeast Turn Of Century
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GEORGIA: CHAIN GANG, 1892. A haunting glimpse into the harsh realities of late 19th-century America, this powerful print captures African American prisoners toiling on a chain gang under the watchful eye of a guard near Augusta, Georgia in April 1892. The image serves as a stark reminder of the deep-seated racial inequality and systemic oppression that plagued our nation's history. In this photograph, we witness men clad in striped uniforms, their faces etched with weariness and resignation. Bound together by heavy chains, they are confined to hard labor as punishment for their crimes. The overseer stands tall and vigilant, ensuring compliance amidst an atmosphere of guilt and confinement. The turn-of-the-century setting further emphasizes the struggles faced by these individuals who were denied basic human rights due to their skin color. Their presence on this chain gang represents not only criminality but also the pervasive racism that permeated society at that time. This poignant image from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection invites us to confront uncomfortable truths about our past while acknowledging progress made towards equality today. It is a testament to resilience in the face of adversity and serves as a catalyst for reflection and dialogue.
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