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HINE: COTTON PICKING, 1916. The Walker family picking cotton in Geronimo, Oklahoma
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HINE: COTTON PICKING, 1916. The Walker family picking cotton in Geronimo, Oklahoma
HINE: COTTON PICKING, 1916.
The Walker family picking cotton in Geronimo, Oklahoma. Photograph by Lewis Hine, October 1916
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1916 Child Labor Children Cotton Family Field Geronimo Hine Lewis October Oklahoma Picking Poor Southwest Walker Wickes Working Class
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In this poignant photograph captured by Lewis Hine in October 1916, we are transported to Geronimo, Oklahoma, where the Walker family is diligently picking cotton. The image showcases the harsh reality of child labor prevalent in early 20th-century America. The sepia-toned print reveals a family unit working together in the vast cotton field. A man and woman can be seen alongside their young daughter, all dressed in worn-out clothing that speaks volumes about their impoverished circumstances. Their faces bear expressions of determination mixed with weariness as they toil under the scorching sun. Hine's lens captures not only the physical labor but also hints at the emotional toll it takes on these individuals. The girl's innocent gaze reflects both her youthfulness and an understanding beyond her years – a glimpse into a childhood cut short by economic necessity. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles faced by working-class families during this era, particularly those living in rural areas like Geronimo. It stands as evidence of Hine's commitment to exposing social injustices through his photography. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, let us remember those who endured such hardships and acknowledge how far society has come since then. May it inspire us to continue striving for equality and justice for all.
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