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Photographic Print : Working On The Chain Gang
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Working On The Chain Gang
Macon, Georgia March 8, 1937 A Bibb County chain gang with picks and shovels returns from work for the day. The county recently instituted an eight hour day for the convicts
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Media ID 9739779
© Underwood Archives/UIG
1930s 1937 B And W Crime Daytime Georgia Labor Legal System Mixed Ethnicity Monochromatic Monochrome People In The Background Prisoners Prisons Punishment Stripes Uniforms Work Working Chain Gang Convicts Criminals Macon Mixed Race Penal
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This evocative image, entitled "Working On The Chain Gang," captures a poignant moment in history as a group of convicts, under the supervision of guards, make their way back from a day's labor in Macon, Georgia, in March 1937. The Bibb County chain gang, each carrying their tools, shows the exhaustion and determination etched on their faces. This powerful photograph, from the Underwood Archives at Universal Images Group (UIG), is an inspiring addition to any home or office décor, serving as a reminder of the past and the resilience of the human spirit. Experience the story behind the image and bring history into your living space with our high-quality photographic prints.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled "Working On The Chain Gang" captures a poignant moment in Macon, Georgia on March 8,1937. In the frame, we see a Bibb County chain gang making their way back from a day of labor with picks and shovels in hand. This image holds historical significance as it documents the county's recent implementation of an eight-hour workday for convicts. The composition portrays a diverse group of individuals who have found themselves entangled within the legal system. Their striped uniforms symbolize both punishment and confinement while highlighting the mixed ethnicity present among them. Against the backdrop of an outdoor setting, this photograph offers us a glimpse into America's past where penal labor was prevalent. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, it is impossible not to reflect upon the hardships endured by these prisoners. The monochromatic tones further emphasize their plight and evoke a sense of nostalgia for times gone by. "Working On The Chain Gang" serves as a reminder that our criminal justice system has evolved over time but also prompts us to question its effectiveness and fairness throughout history. Underwood Archives from Universal Images Group (UIG) has expertly captured this historic moment through photography, allowing us to delve into an era marked by social challenges and racial dynamics that continue to shape our society today.
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