Family working in hop fields, Kent
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Family working in hop fields, Kent
A family of adults and children at work in the Kent hop fields. A tally-keeper checks and records the amount picked by each person
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© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Adults Amount Checks Fields Picked 1902
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step Back in Time: A Family's Harvest in the Kent Hop Fields, 1902 This evocative photograph captures a moment in the rich agricultural history of Kent, England, as a family works together in the hop fields during the early 20th century. The scene is filled with the rustic charm of rural life, as adults and children alike don their traditional work attire and set to the task of picking hops. Hops, an essential ingredient in brewing beer, have been cultivated in Kent for centuries due to its favorable climate and fertile soil. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, hop farming was a significant industry in the region, employing thousands of people during the harvest season. At the heart of the scene, a tally-keeper meticulously records the amount picked by each family member. This essential role ensured fair wages and accurate pay for the laborers, who depended on the harvest for their livelihoods. The children, dressed in their Sunday best, are given a break from their usual chores to lend a hand in the hop fields. Their young faces, filled with determination and concentration, reveal the importance of this communal effort. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the close-knit nature of rural communities and the shared commitment to the land and the harvest. The simple pleasures of working together as a family, in harmony with nature, continue to resonate with us today, making this image a poignant reminder of the enduring connection between people and the land.
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