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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1909. Young girls working in the cotton spool room at the Bibbings
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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1909. Young girls working in the cotton spool room at the Bibbings
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1909.
Young girls working in the cotton spool room at the Bibbings Manufacturing Company in Macon, Georgia. Photograph by Lewis Hine, January 1909
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1909 Adolescent Child Labor Children Cotton Factory Georgia Hine January Lewis Machinery Macon Poor Spool Sweatshop Textile Mill Wickes Working Class Young Southeast
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of child labor in early 20th century America. Taken by Lewis Hine in January 1909, it depicts young girls toiling away in the cotton spool room at Bibbings Manufacturing Company in Macon, Georgia. The sepia-toned image showcases a dimly lit interior filled with machinery and sweatshop conditions. These adolescent workers, their faces marked by poverty and hardship, represent the working class of that era. With their small frames dwarfed by the massive textile mill equipment surrounding them, they are a poignant reminder of the exploitation faced by children during this time. Hine's photography was instrumental in exposing child labor practices and advocating for reform. Through his lens, he shed light on the dark underbelly of industrialization and its impact on vulnerable youth. This particular image serves as a testament to his dedication to social justice. As we gaze upon this haunting print from Granger Art on Demand, we are reminded of the immense progress made since then to protect children's rights and ensure their access to education and better opportunities. It stands as a stark reminder that every child deserves a childhood free from exploitation and an equal chance at success regardless of their circumstances or background.
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