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Communist China - agricultural training
Scene on a farm in Communist China - an older woman trains three younger women in grafting and growing techniques on a cotton plantation.
circa 1960s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Agricultural Agriculture Booklet Communism Communist Cotton Crop Crops Grow Growing Older Peoples Plantation Propaganda Teaching Techniques Younger Graft Grafting
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of knowledge transfer and determination on a Communist cotton farm in China during the 1960s. The scene unfolds on a sun-kissed plantation, where an older woman, dressed in a simple Maoist uniform, imparts her wisdom to three younger women. Their focused expressions and intent gazes reflect their dedication to the collective agricultural endeavor. The older woman demonstrates grafting techniques on a cotton plant, a skill essential for increasing crop yield and ensuring the success of the collective farm. This image is a testament to the People's Republic of China's commitment to rural development and empowering its citizens through education and communal labor. The photograph, part of the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and perseverance of the Chinese people during this transformative period in their history. The state-sanctioned propaganda of the time emphasized the importance of agricultural self-sufficiency and the role of the collective farm in achieving a prosperous and equitable society. This powerful image encapsulates the spirit of that era, as the women work together to ensure the success of their community and the nation.
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