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Laborers hands. Date not after 1925

Composite photograph of child laborer made from cotton mill children. Date 1913

Italian day laborer with basket of beans she has just picked. Seabrook Farms, Bridgeton, New Jersey. Date 1941 May

The family of Peter V. Andrews, Portuguese. They run a small seven-acre vegetable farm near Falmouth, Massachusetts. Just got the first cow they ever had, of which they are very proud. Mr

Pushing a car belonging to agricultural day laborer to start it, near Muskogee, Muskogee County, Oklahoma. Date 1939 June

Migratory laborers wife with three children (not in photo). Near Childress, Texas. Date 1938 June

Part of an impoverished family of nine on a New Mexico highway. Depression refugees from Iowa. Left Iowa in 1932 because of fathers ill health

Jacquard loom, 19th century
Jacquard loom. This device for weaving textiles was invented in 1804 by the French weaver and inventor Joseph Marie Jacquard (1752-1834)

Man breaking concrete with a jack hammer
Man breaking concrete in a domestic garden with a jack hammer. The concrete originally formed a greenhouse base

Railroad tunnel under construction
Portal of a railroad tunnel under construction, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Digging a railroad tunnel
Workers building a railroad tunnel, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Danger ahead for a steam locomotive
Flagger warning a railroad crew to brake for danger ahead on the tracks. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Pittsburgh coke ovens, 1880s
Steel workers at the Pittsburgh coke ovens, showing their dwellings on the hilltop, 1880. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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"From Blowing Glass to Building Empires: The Laborer's Journey Through History" Witness the artistry of labor as glass blowers in a British factory during the 1800s create intricate masterpieces that still mesmerize us today. Step back in time to the bustling streets of Hong Kong in the 1890s, where hardworking laborers shaped the city's vibrant landscape and laid its foundation for future growth. Explore the harsh realities faced by glass factory workers in Britain during the 19th century, as they toiled tirelessly to meet growing demands and push forward technological advancements. Marvel at Vera Mukhina's iconic sculpture "Worker and Kolkhoz Woman, " capturing the spirit of unity and strength amidst Moscow's revolutionary times (b/w photo). Experience a pivotal moment in history with Lenin addressing Putilov factory workers during Russia's transformative revolution of 1917, igniting hope for change among laborers nationwide. Discover how Fourchambault's grand forge played a crucial role in fueling France's Industrial Revolution, shaping an era defined by innovation and progress. Dive into a watercolor painting depicting the construction of Shoreham Railroad around 1840, showcasing dedicated laborers' efforts to connect communities through efficient transportation networks. Uncover stories of Chinese immigrants who labored relentlessly on America's transcontinental railroad, leaving an indelible mark on both their lives and American history itself. Delve into trade union manifestos published by London World Congress, highlighting collective efforts towards fair wages, improved working conditions, and solidarity among workers worldwide. Celebrate alongside jubilant workers as they cheer on California’s first train conquering mountainous terrain – a testament to human perseverance and triumph over adversity. Trace back centuries ago when Emperor Constantine founded Constantinople (now Istanbul), symbolizing not only the birth of a great city but also the labor that built empires.