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Women working in sugar cane field, Jamaica, West Indies
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Women working in sugar cane field, Jamaica, West Indies
Women working in a sugar cane field, tending the young crops, Jamaica, West Indies (then in the British Empire). Date: 1922
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Agriculture Cane Caribbean Climate Indies Sugar Tending Today 1922 Racial
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from the 1920s in the British Empire's Jamaica, West Indies, as women work diligently in a sugar cane field. The image, taken in 1922, showcases the resilience and determination of these women as they tend to the young crops under the hot Caribbean sun. The women are dressed in simple, practical clothing, their faces expressing focus and determination. The lush greenery of the sugar cane field stretches out behind them, a testament to the hard labor and dedication required for agriculture in this climate. As we view this photograph today, we are transported back in time to an era when the world was undergoing significant change. The 1920s, also known as the Roaring Twenties, was a decade of cultural and social transformation. Yet, for many people in the British Empire's colonies, life continued much as it had for generations. This photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of women in Jamaica during this period, highlighting their essential role in the sugar industry and their unwavering commitment to their work. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the diverse and rich history of the Caribbean and the important contributions of its people. It invites us to reflect on the experiences of women, particularly women of color, and the ways in which their labor shaped the world we live in today.
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