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Jamaica - Villagers resting outside house after days work
Jamaica - Villagers resting outside house after days work in the banana fields. Date: 1917
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of respite for a group of hardworking villagers in Jamaica during the 1910s. The scene takes place outside a traditional wattle and daub house with a thatched straw roof, typical of the rural dwellings in the region. The villagers, dressed in simple clothing, sit and recline on the earthen floor, weary from long days of labor in the banana fields. A farmer, identified by his worn work clothes and straw hat, leans against the house, his faithful dog lying at his feet. The women, their bodies bent from hours of manual labor, fan themselves with palm fronds to cool off from the tropical heat. The sense of community is palpable as the group gathers together, sharing stories and laughter before returning to their daily tasks. This image offers a glimpse into the agricultural way of life in Jamaica during the early 20th century, a time when the trade of bananas and other crops played a significant role in the island's economy.
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