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Employees of the Amoskeag Manufacturing Company in Manchester, New Hampshire, leaving at the end of the workday. Photographed in 1909 by Lewis Hine
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Employees of the Amoskeag Manufacturing Company in Manchester, New Hampshire, leaving at the end of the workday. Photographed in 1909 by Lewis Hine
FACTORY WORKERS, 1909.
Employees of the Amoskeag Manufacturing Company in Manchester, New Hampshire, leaving at the end of the workday. Photographed in 1909 by Lewis Hine
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1909 Child Labor Factory Foot Path Hine Leaving Lewis Manchester New Hampshire Running Skirt Walk Wickes
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This photograph captures a moment in time at the Amoskeag Manufacturing Company in Manchester, New Hampshire, back in 1909. The image showcases the daily exodus of employees as they leave work at the end of their shift. Taken by Lewis Hine, an American photographer known for his documentation of social issues, this picture provides a glimpse into the lives of factory workers during that era. In this snapshot, men and women can be seen walking briskly along a footpath outside the massive factory building. Some are dressed in fashionable attire of the time – long skirts for women and suits for men – while others appear to be running or rushing home after a long day's work. The scene is filled with movement and energy as people eagerly make their way towards freedom from labor. The significance of this photograph goes beyond its aesthetic appeal; it serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by industrial workers during that period. It also sheds light on issues such as child labor and working conditions prevalent at that time. Lewis Hine's powerful imagery continues to resonate today, reminding us of our collective history and inspiring conversations about progress and social justice.
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