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"United in Action: The Power of Cooperation" In the summer of 1943, at Camp Nathan Hale in Southfields, New York

Background imageCo Operating Collection: Italian Offensive of Isonzo; French artillery unit cooperating with Italian artillery

Italian Offensive of Isonzo; French artillery unit cooperating with Italian artillery, 1917 Creator: Unknown
Italian Offensive of Isonzo; French artillery unit cooperating with Italian artillery, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Background imageCo Operating Collection: Net fishing, between 1909 and 1923. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Net fishing, between 1909 and 1923

Net fishing, between 1909 and 1923. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Net fishing, between 1909 and 1923
Net fishing, between 1909 and 1923

Background imageCo Operating Collection: White and blacks solve problems together, Sherwood Eddy cotton cooperative...Mississippi, 1936

White and blacks solve problems together, Sherwood Eddy cotton cooperative...Mississippi, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
White and blacks solve problems together on the Sherwood Eddy cotton cooperative of Hill House, Mississippi

Background imageCo Operating Collection: Hymn singing at meeting of Mothers Club in Arvin migrant camp, California, 1938

Hymn singing at meeting of Mothers Club in Arvin migrant camp, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Hymn singing at meeting of Mothers Club in Arvin migrant camp. California. [Hymn book: Vocal Gems edited by R. E. Winsett]

Background imageCo Operating Collection: Meeting of the Mothers Club in Arvin camp for migrant workers, Kern County, 1938

Meeting of the Mothers Club in Arvin camp for migrant workers, Kern County, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Meeting of the Mothers Club in Arvin camp for migrant workers, a Farm Security Administration (FSA) camp. The discussion this evening centers on the possibility of buying kerosene oil in large

Background imageCo Operating Collection: Meeting of the Mothers Club in Arvin camp for migrant workers, Kern County, 1938

Meeting of the Mothers Club in Arvin camp for migrant workers, Kern County, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Meeting of the Mothers Club in Arvin camp for migrant workers, a Farm Security Administration (FSA) camp. The discussion this evening centers on the possibility of buying kerosene oil in large

Background imageCo Operating Collection: 'Soaps in my eyes', Camp Nathan Hale, Southfields, New York, 1943 Creator: Gordon Parks

"Soaps in my eyes", Camp Nathan Hale, Southfields, New York, 1943 Creator: Gordon Parks
Southfields, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Nathan Hale, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. " Soaps in my eyes"

Background imageCo Operating Collection: First aid at Camp Nathan Hale, Southfields, New York, 1943 Creator: Gordon Parks

First aid at Camp Nathan Hale, Southfields, New York, 1943 Creator: Gordon Parks
Southfields, New York. Interracial activities at camp Nathan Hale, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. First aid

Background imageCo Operating Collection: Campers helping with the kitchen work at Camp Gaylord White, Arden, New York, 1943

Campers helping with the kitchen work at Camp Gaylord White, Arden, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Arden, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Gaylord White, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. Campers peeling potatoes

Background imageCo Operating Collection: A scene at the swimming dock, Camp Nathan Hale, Southfields, New York, 1943 Creator: Gordon Parks

A scene at the swimming dock, Camp Nathan Hale, Southfields, New York, 1943 Creator: Gordon Parks
Southfields, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Nathan Hale, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. A scene at the swimming dock

Background imageCo Operating Collection: Girls adjusting each others packs for a hike at Camp Fern Rock, Bear Mountain, New York, 1943

Girls adjusting each others packs for a hike at Camp Fern Rock, Bear Mountain, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Bear Mountain, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Fern Rock, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. Girls adjusting each others packs for a hike

Background imageCo Operating Collection: Farmers feeding corn into cooperatively owned... near W Street at Carlton, Oregon, 1939

Farmers feeding corn into cooperatively owned... near W Street at Carlton, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Farmers feeding corn into cooperatively owned ensilage cutter. Near W Street at Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon. [Warning: Keep Securely Fastened While In Motion ]

Background imageCo Operating Collection: Farmers feeding corn into cooperatively... near W Street at Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon, 1939

Farmers feeding corn into cooperatively... near W Street at Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon, 1939
Farmers feeding corn into cooperatively owned ensilage cutter. Near W Street at Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon

Background imageCo Operating Collection: Cooperating farmers feeding corn from the wagon... near West Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon, 1939

Cooperating farmers feeding corn from the wagon... near West Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon, 1939
Cooperating farmers feeding corn from the wagon through the ensilage cutter from which it is blown through the pipe into the silo. Near West Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon

Background imageCo Operating Collection: Troops aiding Civil Defence Wardens with salvage work

Troops aiding Civil Defence Wardens with salvage work
Troops co-operating with Civil Defence Wardens in salvage work. Date: circa 1941

Background imageCo Operating Collection: Racecar Driver at the Pit Stop

Racecar Driver at the Pit Stop

Background imageCo Operating Collection: Ferdinand Alphonse Hamelin (1796-1864) French admiral. During the Crimean (Russo-Turkish) War

Ferdinand Alphonse Hamelin (1796-1864) French admiral. During the Crimean (Russo-Turkish) War (1853-1856) he commanded the French fleet co-operating with British at the bombarding of Odessa (1854)


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"United in Action: The Power of Cooperation" In the summer of 1943, at Camp Nathan Hale in Southfields, New York, a group of young campers learned an invaluable lesson about cooperation. With soaps stinging their eyes and laughter filling the air, they discovered that working together can overcome any obstacle. Under the watchful lens of photographer Gordon Parks, these campers showcased their spirit of collaboration. From first aid training to helping out in the kitchen at Camp Gaylord White in Arden, New York, they embraced teamwork as a way to build lasting friendships and create unforgettable memories. At Camp Fern Rock in Bear Mountain, New York, girls adjusted each other's packs before embarking on a hike. Their shared efforts exemplified how supporting one another can make even the toughest challenges seem conquerable. Meanwhile, across the country in Carlton and Yamhill County Oregon during 1939 captured by Dorothea Lange's camera lens; farmers fed corn into cooperatively owned wagons. They understood that by pooling their resources and skills together for a common goal - success was within reach. The power of cooperation extended beyond recreational activities or farming fields. In times of crisis like World War II when Troops aided Civil Defence Wardens with salvage work or during emergencies where every hand mattered; people came together selflessly to support one another. These captivating images remind us that co-operating is not just about accomplishing tasks efficiently but also about fostering unity among individuals from all walks of life. Whether it be through sharing burdens or lending a helping hand – we are reminded that true strength lies within our ability to cooperate with one another towards a brighter future. So let us embrace this timeless value and remember that when we stand united as partners rather than competitors – there is no limit to what we can achieve together.