Burroughs Floyd Collection

Charles and his father Floyd Burroughs, Alabama cotton sharecropper, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Charles and his father Floyd Burroughs, Alabama cotton sharecropper

Charles Burroughs and Floyd Burroughs, Hale County, Alabama, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Charles Burroughs and Floyd Burroughs, Hale County, Alabama. [Sharecropper Floyd Burroughs and his son Charles]

Bud Fields, Tengle boy, and Floyd Burroughs on Frank Tengles porch, Hale County, Alabama, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Bud Fields, Tengle boy, and Floyd Burroughs on Frank Tengles porch, Hale County, Alabama

Squeakie Burroughs and friend, Hale County, Alabama, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Squeakie Burroughs and friend, Hale County, Alabama. [Lucille Burroughs with calf]

Dog run of Floyd Burroughs home. Hale County, Alabama, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Dog run of Floyd Burroughs home. Hale County, Alabama

Floyd Burroughs, cotton sharecropper, Hale County, Alabama, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Floyd Burroughs, cotton sharecropper. Hale County, Alabama

Floyd Burroughs, Jr. and Othel Lee Burroughs, called Squeakie, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Floyd Burroughs, Jr. and Othel Lee Burroughs, called Squeakie. Children of an Alabama cotton sharecropper

Burroughs children playing in the yard, Hale County, Alabama, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Burroughs children playing in the yard, Hale County, Alabama

Frank Tengle, Bud Fields, and Floyd Burroughs... Hale County, Alabama, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Frank Tengle, Bud Fields, and Floyd Burroughs, cotton sharecroppers, Hale County, Alabama

Floyd Burroughs, on mule, Hale County, Alabama, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Floyd Burroughs, on mule, Hale County, Alabama

Burroughs children and cow near the barn, Hale County, Alabama, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Burroughs children and cow near the barn, Hale County, Alabama

Floyd Burroughs, Hale County, Alabama, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Floyd Burroughs, Hale County, Alabama

Floyd Burroughs and Tengle children, Hale County, Alabama, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Floyd Burroughs and Tengle children, Hale County, Alabama. [Sharecropper Burroughs with the children of his neighbour Frank Tengle]

Fireplace in bedroom of Floyd Burroughs cabin, Hale County, Alabama, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Fireplace in bedroom of Floyd Burroughs cabin. Hale County, Alabama

Home of cotton sharecropper Floyd Burroughs, Hale County, Alabama, 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Home of cotton sharecropper Floyd Burroughs. Hale County, Alabama

Squeakie asleep (Othel Lee Burroughs), Child of a Hale County, Alabama cotton... 1936. Creator: Walker Evans
Squeakie asleep (Othel Lee Burroughs). Child of a Hale County, Alabama cotton sharecropper

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"Capturing the Spirit of Burroughs Floyd: A Glimpse into Life in 1936 Alabama" Step back in time to Hale County, Alabama in 1936, where Charles and his father Floyd Burroughs lived as cotton sharecroppers. Through the lens of renowned photographer Walker Evans, we are transported to a world filled with raw emotions and untold stories. In one photograph, we see Bud Fields, a Tengle boy, sitting alongside Floyd Burroughs on Frank Tengles' porch. Their expressions speak volumes about the hardships they faced as they navigated life during this challenging era. Another image introduces us to Squeakie Burroughs and her friend. The innocence radiating from their faces is juxtaposed against the backdrop of their humble surroundings. It serves as a reminder that even amidst adversity, joy can still be found. Evans also captures glimpses of everyday life on the Burroughs' homestead. We witness their loyal companion guarding the dog run while children play freely in the yard nearby. These simple moments showcase resilience and unity within this tight-knit family. Floyd Burroughs himself becomes an emblematic figure throughout these photographs - whether he is depicted riding a mule or tending to cows near the barn. His weathered face tells tales of hard work etched into every line; yet there's an undeniable strength shining through his eyes. The bond between father and son is beautifully portrayed by Charles and Floyd together - two generations united by love for each other and determination to make ends meet despite overwhelming odds. As we delve deeper into these images captured over eight decades ago, it becomes clear that "Burroughs Floyd" represents not just one family but countless others who struggled during this tumultuous period in American history. Their story resonates with us today because it reminds us of our shared humanity - our ability to find hope amidst despair and create lasting connections in the face of adversity.