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GEORGIA: CHAIN GANG. The Chain Gang, Thomasville, Georgia. Photograph by Joseph John Kirkbride
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GEORGIA: CHAIN GANG. The Chain Gang, Thomasville, Georgia. Photograph by Joseph John Kirkbride
GEORGIA: CHAIN GANG.
The Chain Gang, Thomasville, Georgia. Photograph by Joseph John Kirkbride, c1884-1891
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1880 1880s 1890s Black Chain Gang Convict Gang Georgia Inmate Prison Prisoner Punishment Rural Southeast Thomasville Turn Of Century
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This photograph titled "Georgia: Chain Gang" takes us back to a significant era in American history. Taken by Joseph John Kirkbride between 1884 and 1891, the image captures the harsh reality of life for African American prisoners in Thomasville, Georgia. The scene depicts a group of men dressed in prison uniforms, linked together by heavy chains as they work under the scorching sun. Their faces reveal exhaustion and hardship, reflecting the toll that this form of punishment took on their spirits. The rural backdrop adds to the somber atmosphere, emphasizing the isolation and desolation experienced by these individuals. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of America's troubled past with racial inequality and systemic oppression. It sheds light on an often overlooked aspect of history - the forced labor endured by many African Americans during this time period. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking print, let it serve as a catalyst for reflection and understanding. Let it remind us of how far we have come as a society while acknowledging that there is still much work to be done towards achieving true equality for all.
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