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ALABAMA: COTTON MILL, 1910. Child workers at Pell City Cotton Mill, Alabama
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ALABAMA: COTTON MILL, 1910. Child workers at Pell City Cotton Mill, Alabama
ALABAMA: COTTON MILL, 1910.
Child workers at Pell City Cotton Mill, Alabama. Photographed by Lewis Hine, November 1910
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1910 Adolescent Alabama Child Labor Cotton Factory Hine Lewis Photo Textile Mill Wickes Young
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ALABAMA - COTTON MILL, 1910. A Glimpse into the Lives of Child Workers at Pell City Cotton Mill
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. This poignant photograph captures a moment frozen in time - a haunting reminder of the harsh realities faced by child laborers in early 20th-century America. Taken by Lewis Hine in November 1910, this image showcases a group of young boys toiling away at the Pell City Cotton Mill in Alabama. Dressed in worn-out clothing and wearing caps that barely shield them from their grueling work environment, these adolescents embody resilience beyond their years. Their serious expressions reflect both determination and weariness as they navigate through the cotton mill's machinery. The sepia-toned print transports us back to an era when child labor was prevalent, shedding light on the hardships endured during this dark chapter of history. It serves as a stark reminder of how far society has come since then. Lewis Hine's powerful photography played a pivotal role in exposing such injustices and advocating for change. By capturing these young workers' portraits with empathy and dignity, he humanized their plight and sparked public awareness about child labor abuses across America. As we gaze upon this photograph today, let it serve as an enduring symbol of perseverance against adversity - reminding us to cherish our progress while acknowledging those who paved the way for better working conditions for future generations.
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