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CHILD LABOR, 1909. Johnnie Goldberg and his father pick berries on a Rock Creek
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CHILD LABOR, 1909. Johnnie Goldberg and his father pick berries on a Rock Creek
CHILD LABOR, 1909.
Johnnie Goldberg and his father pick berries on a Rock Creek farm near Baltimore, Maryland. Photograph, 1909 by Lewis Hine
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1909 Berry Child Labor Farm Farmer Farming Father Field Goldberg Hine Lewis Maryland Migrant Worker Picker Poor Rural Wickes Working Class Johnnie
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Captured in the haunting black and white of 1909, this poignant photograph by Lewis Hine exposes the harsh reality of child labor in America. Meet Johnnie Goldberg, a young boy caught up in the grueling world of berry picking alongside his father on a Rock Creek farm near Baltimore, Maryland. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness an early morning scene unfolding against the backdrop of rural poverty. With determination etched on their faces and wearing worn-out caps to shield themselves from the sun's relentless rays, Johnnie and his father toil away as migrant workers. Their calloused hands meticulously pluck berries from thorny bushes, embodying the resilience and strength that characterized working-class families during this era. Hine's lens captures not only their physical labor but also hints at their dreams for a better future. The image serves as a stark reminder of how children like Johnnie were robbed of their innocence and education due to economic circumstances beyond their control. As we gaze upon this powerful photograph today, let it serve as a testament to our progress in eradicating child labor while reminding us that there is still work to be done. May it inspire us to continue fighting for social justice so that no child will ever have to endure such hardships again.
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