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Communist China - teachers doing manual work
Communist China - teachers from Qinghua (Tsinghua) University and Beijing University forced to do heavy manual work during the Cultural Revolution period. They are carrying stones to reinforce a dyke, in order to prevent flooding.
circa 1960s
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This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment during the Cultural Revolution in Communist China, circa 1960s. The image shows teachers from two of China's most prestigious universities, Qinghua (Tsinghua) University and Beijing University, engaged in heavy manual labor to reinforce a dyke and prevent flooding. The teachers, dressed in simple work clothes, are carrying stones and working in the muddy fields, their faces expressing determination and focus. During this tumultuous period, intellectuals, including teachers, were targeted and forced to leave their urban homes and live and work in rural areas. This was part of Chairman Mao Zedong's campaign to "re-educate" the intelligentsia and bring them closer to the peasantry. The teachers in this photograph are seen carrying out a laborious task that was typically performed by peasants, demonstrating their commitment to the collective cause. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices and hardships endured by the Chinese people during this time. It also underscores the ideological underpinnings of the Cultural Revolution, which sought to eradicate the perceived elitism of the educated classes and promote equality and unity among the population. The image is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the Chinese people, who persevered through difficult times and continued to work towards building a better future for their country.
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