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Photograph of men, women, and children in a yard, early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
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Photograph of men, women, and children in a yard, early 20th century. Creator: Unknown
This gelatin silver print depicts a black and white image of a group of people standing outside. An older man and woman are standing on the far left while three children are standing front and center. Five men wearing hats are standing behind them and next to the elderly man and woman. Two women are standing on the far right in front of two of the men wearing hats. Both women have cloth drapped over their left arm. The woman farthest to the right is wearing some type of head piece. Trees and part of a house are visible in the background in the top right quadrant of the photograph.Text that reads [M / 7382 / [illegible]] is handwritten on the back of the photograph
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This gelatin silver print captures a moment frozen in time during the early 20th century. The image showcases a diverse group of men, women, and children gathered together in a yard. On the far left, an elderly man and woman stand side by side, exuding wisdom and experience. In front of them stands three lively children, their youthful energy palpable even through the photograph. Behind the older couple are five men wearing hats, adding an air of formality to the scene. Two women grace the far right corner, draped with cloth over their arms. One of them wears an intriguing headpiece that adds intrigue to her presence. The background reveals glimpses of nature's beauty - trees swaying gently and part of a house peeking through on the top right quadrant. Although created by an unknown artist, this photograph carries immense historical significance as it documents African American life in rural America during this era. It serves as a powerful reminder of our shared heritage and cultural diversity. Preserved within the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), this image invites us to reflect upon our past while celebrating resilience, unity, and progress towards equality for all people in present-day United States.
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