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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1913. A seven-year old oyster shucker at the Lowden Canning Co
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1913.
A seven-year old oyster shucker at the Lowden Canning Co. in Bluffton, South Carolina. Photograph by Lewis Hine, February 1913
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1913 Adolescent Cannery Canning Child Child Labor February Hine Lewis Marine Oyster Photo Picker Poor Shell Shucker South Carolina Wickes Working Class Young Southeast Unidentified
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Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the powerful image of Hine: Child Labor, 1913. This mug showcases a poignant photograph by Lewis Hine, capturing the story of a seven-year-old oyster shucker at the Lowden Canning Co in Bluffton, South Carolina. Relive the past with every sip from this high-quality mug, perfect for savoring your favorite beverage while reflecting on the importance of social justice. Order yours today and make each morning a reminder of history's lessons.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 9.6cm high x 8.1cm diameter (3.8" x 3.2")
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of child labor in early 20th century America. Taken by Lewis Hine in February 1913, it shows a seven-year-old girl standing at her work station in the Lowden Canning Co. cannery in Bluffton, South Carolina. The young girl is an oyster shucker, her small hands covered in mud and shell fragments as she diligently works to earn a living. Her serious expression speaks volumes about the weight of responsibility placed upon her fragile shoulders at such a tender age. Hine's photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the plight faced by countless children during this era. It exposes the exploitation of youth within working-class communities, where poverty forced them into dangerous and grueling jobs instead of receiving an education or enjoying their childhood. In sepia tones, this portrait immortalizes not only one unidentified young worker but also represents thousands like her who were trapped in similar circumstances across the Southeastern United States. The image stands as evidence that child labor was once an accepted norm within American society - a practice that would later be challenged and ultimately abolished thanks to tireless advocacy efforts. As we gaze upon this haunting image today, we are reminded of our duty to protect and nurture all children so they may grow up free from exploitation and have access to opportunities for growth and development.
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