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Three Coal Breaker Boys, Woodward Coal Mines, Kingston, Pennsylvania, USA, c
5863143 Three Coal Breaker Boys, Woodward Coal Mines, Kingston, Pennsylvania, USA, c.1890 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22767746
© Bridgeman Images
1890 Child Labor Circa Coal Mining Detroit Publishing Company Males Occupations Pennsylvania Teenagers Three People
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This photograph, titled "Three Coal Breaker Boys, Woodward Coal Mines, Kingston, Pennsylvania, USA" takes us back to the year 1890. The image captures a significant moment in history when child labor was prevalent in the coal mining industry. In this poignant portrait, three young boys stand outdoors against a backdrop of industrial machinery. Their faces reveal both innocence and weariness beyond their years. These breaker boys were tasked with sorting through coal to remove impurities before it was sent off for further processing. The Detroit Publishing Co. , known for its exceptional documentation of American life during this era, beautifully captured the essence of these young workers' lives. The composition emphasizes their caucasian ethnicity while highlighting the harsh realities they faced on a daily basis. This vintage print serves as a powerful reminder of the hardships endured by children who were forced into labor at an early age. It sheds light on an important chapter in American history that ultimately led to reforms in child labor laws. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph from Bridgeman Images' private collection, let us reflect on how far we have come since those days and appreciate the progress made towards ensuring better opportunities for all children today.
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