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Checking sap buckets on a maple tree
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Checking sap buckets on a maple tree
Young girls checking sap buckets on a maple tree, Maine.
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North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5880400
© Nancy Carter/North Wind Picture Archives
1900 1900s 20th Century Agriculture America Bucket Child Children Chore Farm Female Girl Girls Maine New England Spring Tree Helping Knit Hat Maple Maple Syrup Maple Tree Sweetener
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In this vintage photograph, we are transported back to the early 1900s in Maine, where two young girls are diligently checking sap buckets on a majestic maple tree. Dressed in traditional attire and donning knit hats to shield themselves from the crisp spring air, these American girls embody the spirit of heritage and hard work. As they assist on the family farm, their small hands carefully tap each bucket with precision, collecting precious maple sap that will soon be transformed into delicious syrup. This age-old chore has been passed down through generations, symbolizing a deep connection to both history and nature. Surrounded by towering trees in a lush forest setting, these children showcase the beauty of North America's abundant natural resources. The United States' rich agricultural traditions come alive as we witness this timeless scene unfold before our eyes. The image not only captures an essential aspect of American life but also serves as a reminder of how vital maple syrup was as a sweetener during this era. It represents New England's contribution to the world as one of its most beloved forest products. This remarkable print from North Wind Picture Archives transports us back in time while celebrating the enduring legacy of hardworking individuals who have shaped our nation's history.
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