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BUS TERMINAL, 1943. Passengers in the whites only waiting area at the Greyhound

BUS TERMINAL, 1943. Passengers in the whites only waiting area at the Greyhound


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BUS TERMINAL, 1943. Passengers in the whites only waiting area at the Greyhound

BUS TERMINAL, 1943.
Passengers in the whites only waiting area at the Greyhound bus terminal in Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Esther Bubley, 1943

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Media ID 13216535

1943 Bubley Bus Station Esther Greyhound Jim Crow Memphis Passenger Segregation Sign Tennessee Terminal Waiting Waiting Room White Southeast


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This powerful photograph captures a significant moment in American history. Taken in 1943 at the Greyhound bus terminal in Memphis, Tennessee, photographer Esther Bubley documents the stark reality of racial segregation during the era of Jim Crow laws. In this image, we see a crowded waiting area designated for "whites only". The room is filled with passengers anxiously awaiting their bus departures. The sign prominently displayed on the wall serves as a painful reminder of the deep-seated discrimination that plagued society at that time. Bubley's lens captures not just the physical space but also the emotions and experiences of those present. It speaks volumes about systemic racism and inequality prevalent throughout America's South during this period. The significance of this photograph lies not only in its historical context but also in its ability to provoke reflection and dialogue today. It reminds us how far we have come as a nation while serving as a poignant reminder that progress must continue to be made towards equality for all. As we gaze upon this image, let it serve as both an acknowledgment of our past and a call to action for building a more inclusive future.

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