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CHILD LABOR: BOOTBLACKS. Young bootblacks near City Hall Park in New York City
CHILD LABOR: BOOTBLACKS.
Young bootblacks near City Hall Park in New York City. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1924
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Media ID 13213527
1924 Bootblack Child Labor City Hall Park Hine Lewis New York City Newspaper Poor Wickes Working Class Young
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of child labor in early 20th century New York City. Taken by renowned photographer Lewis Hine in 1924, it depicts a group of young bootblacks near City Hall Park. These boys, barely out of childhood themselves, are seen huddled together with their shoe shining boxes. The image serves as a stark reminder of the social inequalities that plagued American society during this time. The children's worn-out clothes and tired expressions reflect the hardships they endured as part of the working class. Their presence near such an iconic landmark like City Hall highlights the contrast between privilege and poverty within urban centers. Lewis Hine was known for his documentation of child labor abuses, using photography to expose these injustices to a wider audience. His work played a crucial role in raising awareness about the plight of young workers and advocating for change. As we look at this photograph today, it serves as both a historical record and a call to action against child exploitation. It reminds us that progress has been made since then but also underscores the importance of continuing efforts to protect vulnerable children around the world from similar circumstances.
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