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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1913. A woman and a girl walking home from working at the Muscogee Mills
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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1913. A woman and a girl walking home from working at the Muscogee Mills
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1913.
A woman and a girl walking home from working at the Muscogee Mills, Columbus, Georgia. Photograph by Lewis Hine, April 1913
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1913 Adolescent April Barefoot Bridge Child Labor Columbus Cotton Dress Georgia Hine Lewis Poor Poverty Textile Mill Walking Wickes Working Class Young Southeast
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This photograph captures a poignant moment in American history, showcasing the harsh realities of child labor in 1913. Taken by Lewis Hine, an influential photographer and social reformer, it depicts a woman and a young girl walking home after toiling at the Muscogee Mills in Columbus, Georgia. The image is steeped in sepia tones, evoking a sense of nostalgia for an era long gone. The worn-out expressions on their faces tell tales of exhaustion and hardship endured by those trapped within the working class during this period. With barefoot feet stepping carefully over the bridge, they symbolize vulnerability and resilience simultaneously. The girl's tattered dress and hat further emphasize their impoverished state. Hine's lens exposes not only the physical toll that such labor took on these individuals but also sheds light on broader societal issues surrounding poverty and inequality prevalent at the turn of the century. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of how far we have come since then while urging us to remain vigilant against any form of exploitation that still persists today. As part of Granger Art on Demand's collection, this print stands as both historical documentation and artistic representation. It invites viewers to reflect upon our collective past while inspiring action towards creating a more just society for all.
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