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Breakfast lesson in home economics class for women. Carlisle Indian School, Pa. 1901. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Breakfast lesson in home economics class for women. Carlisle Indian School, Pa. 1901. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Breakfast lesson in home economics class for women. Carlisle Indian School, Pa. 1901
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This photograph, titled "Breakfast Lesson in Home Economics Class for Women" and dated 1901, captures a moment in the Carlisle Indian School in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The image was taken by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston. The scene unfolds in a classroom setting, where a group of young women, dressed in simple, turn-of-the-century attire, are gathered around a long table. Their faces are focused intently on the task at hand, as they prepare a breakfast meal under the watchful eye of their teacher. The table is laden with various food items, including bread, eggs, milk, and pots and pans. The Carlisle Indian School, established in 1879, was a United States government-run boarding school designed to assimilate Native American children into white American society. Home economics classes, such as the one depicted in this photograph, were an integral part of the curriculum. These classes were intended to teach students practical skills for running a household, including cooking, sewing, and childcare. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of these students, providing a window into the past and shedding light on the educational practices of the time. The image is a poignant reminder of the importance of domestic skills and the role they played in shaping the lives of young women during the early 20th century. Frances Benjamin Johnston was a prolific American photographer, known for her documentation of historic sites and buildings. Her work is an invaluable contribution to the historical record and continues to inspire and inform our understanding of the past.
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