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Social Issues Collection (#10)

"Unveiling the Struggles: A Glimpse into Social Issues Through Time and Space" Step back in time to 1908

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Slum Houses
1st May 1954: Neglected houses near the High Level Bridge in Newcastle. Original Publication: Picture Post - 7143 - Newcastle: Revival Of A City - pub

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Grim Reaper
A poor man being visited by an apparition on his death bed. Original Artwork: By John Leech for Punch - Vol IN:I (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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Suffragette Arson Attack at St Catherines Church, Hatcham
The fire brigade attend a blaze at St Catherines Church, Hatcham, which has been set light to by Suffragettes. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Historic image in sepia tone of a child begging for money outside the doorway of a church

Historic image in sepia tone of a child begging for money outside the doorway of a church, with men and women watching

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Illustrated London News record of Transvall War 1899-1900, Bluejackets gun detachment on the road

Illustrated London News record of Transvall War 1899-1900, Bluejackets gun detachment on the road
Illustrated London News record of Transvall War 1899-1900. The achievements of the home and colonial forces in the great conflict with the Boer Republics. Spencer Wilkinson record

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Exterior Of Rustic Home

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Ballinamuck, County Longford, Ireland, Pikeman Statue

Ballinamuck, County Longford, Ireland, Pikeman Statue

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Aquifer, Arrow Sign, Carbon Dioxide, Close-Up, Coal, Connection, Cross Section, Day

Aquifer, Arrow Sign, Carbon Dioxide, Close-Up, Coal, Connection, Cross Section, Day, Digitally Generated, Direction, Environment, Fossil Fuel, Fuel and Power Generation, Geology, Global Warming

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Silhouette of a man

Silhouette of a man
Rui Almeida Photography, 577000875

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Young Spartans Exercising at Sparta

Young Spartans Exercising at Sparta
Illustration of a young Spartans Exercising at Sparta

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Aurora and abandoned house

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Calgary city, Canada fall folliage

Calgary city, Canada fall folliage

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Phoenix Tail. Seascape morning

Phoenix Tail. Seascape morning
Turimetta, Sydney, Australia

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Melbourne sunset
St. Kilda, Melbourne, Australia

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Panoramic view of Sydney
Aerial view of downtown Sydney at sunset, Australia

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: The Quiraing - Trotternish Ridge Light - Scotland #3

The Quiraing - Trotternish Ridge Light - Scotland #3
Also referred to as The Quiraing or Cuith-Raing is a landslip on the eastern face of Meall na Suiramach, the northernmost summit of the Trotternish or Trndairnis (Scottish Gaelic)

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Grass trees (Xanthorrhoea or WA Black Boys) in Cape Arid National Park, Western Australia

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Wild Bushfires at Kimberley, Western Australia

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: alternative energy, ar, arms outstretched, augmented reality, color image, computer graphic

alternative energy, ar, arms outstretched, augmented reality, color image, computer graphic
Man standing in sunny desert near solar panels

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Sheep sorrel (Rumex acetosella)

Sheep sorrel (Rumex acetosella)
Illustration of a Sheep sorrel (Rumex acetosella)

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Leadville District, Colorado

Leadville District, Colorado
Illustration of Leadville District, a busy mining town in Colorado, circa 1886. (Photo by Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Soldiers Dispese Black Riots, VA, 1867

Soldiers Dispese Black Riots, VA, 1867
Illustration of soldiers dispersing a riot by Black people during the American Reconstruction period, Richmond, Virginia, 1867. (Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Irish In America

Irish In America
Illustration of the Irish emigrants in America circa late 19th century. (Photo by Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Fern Leaves Touching One Another

Fern Leaves Touching One Another
A fern is a member of a group of about 10, 560 known extant species of vascular plants that reproduce via spores and have neither seeds nor flowers. They differ from mosses by being vascular (i.e)

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Aspen trees

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Lake of the Clouds in Peak Fall Color

Lake of the Clouds in Peak Fall Color
Carp River running through the silhouettes of the ancient Porcupine Mountains in Fall Color, the Lake of the Clouds is a blue gem amid the thick forests

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Magical Forest

Magical Forest
In Scotland, between The River Garry and Loch Oich, near the Village of Invergarry is a magical unnamed mossy forest. Mossy and lush forest with golden light in the distance

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Pinel Island Pinel Bay Saint Martin Sint Maarten Caribbean
A dramatic view of the Pinel Bay, Pinel Island, ilet de Pinel, Petite Clef, Rue de Grande Caye as seen from a high vantage point. Island of Saint Martin Sint Maarten, Caribbean

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: The Quiraing - Trotternish Ridge Light - Scotland

The Quiraing - Trotternish Ridge Light - Scotland
Also referred to as The Quiraing or Cuith-Raing is a landslip on the eastern face of Meall na Suiramach, the northernmost summit of the Trotternish or Trndairnis (Scottish Gaelic)

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Cuban man leaning against car smoking cigar (B&W)

Cuban man leaning against car smoking cigar (B&W)
Cuba

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Old Trailer Rusting in Mexican Desert

Old Trailer Rusting in Mexican Desert
Old metal body of trailer from rusting in Mexican Desert near the Arizona border in Sonora

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Rio Celeste waterfall, Tenorio volcano national park, Costa Rica

Rio Celeste waterfall, Tenorio volcano national park, Costa Rica
Rio Celeste waterfall, Tenorio Volcano National Park, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Rio Celeste river in the green forest of Costa Rica

Rio Celeste river in the green forest of Costa Rica
Rio Celeste, Tenorio Volcano National Park, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Golden sunset in Manhattan, New York City, USA

Golden sunset in Manhattan, New York City, USA

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Redundant Oil Platforms in Scotland

Redundant Oil Platforms in Scotland
Redundant North Sea oil platforms anchored in the Cromarty Firth on Scotlands East coast

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Male Mallard Duck Closeup
Male Drake Mallard Duck Closeup Portrait

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Impressive mountain needles in Zhangjiajie national park

Impressive mountain needles in Zhangjiajie national park
Impressive sandstone pillars in Zhangjiajie national park from Golden whip stream, Hunan province, China

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Entrance to the Temple of Luxor, Luxor, Egypt

Entrance to the Temple of Luxor, Luxor, Egypt
The Avenue of the Sphinxes towards the ancient Egyptian Colossi at the entrance to Court of Ramses II, Luxor Temple, Luxor, Nile Valley, Egypt

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Senic view of Mount Kinabalu, Sabah Borneo, Malaysia

Senic view of Mount Kinabalu, Sabah Borneo, Malaysia
Clouds around Mt. Kinabalu with rain forest in Sabah Borneo, Malaysia. Mount Kinabalu is a prominent mountain on the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia

Background imageSocial Issues Collection: Aquaculture in the bay of Kotor, Montenegro

Aquaculture in the bay of Kotor, Montenegro
The Natural and Culturo-Historical Region of Kotor is located in the Boka Kotorska Bay, on the Adriatic coast of Montenegro. In 1979 it was added to the Unesco wolrd heritage list




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"Unveiling the Struggles: A Glimpse into Social Issues Through Time and Space" Step back in time to 1908, when English suffragettes fought relentlessly for women's rights, while a feminist newspaper served as their voice. From the Sturgeon Bay Lighthouse in Door County, Wisconsin, witness how social issues transcend borders and oceans. Even amidst the serene desert landscape of Arizona with its towering cacti, societal challenges persist. Victorian London reveals itself as a shady place where inequality thrived. In contrast, a man walks through the backstreets of Glasgow's Gorbals area, shedding light on urban poverty and hardship. In an unexpected twist, even Dulux Dog appears drunk - reminding us that addiction is not limited to humans alone. Similarly eye-opening is Gin Lane by William Hogarth; it exposes the devastating consequences of alcoholism on society. As we explore Hogarth's Four Times of the Day - Morning painting set in Victorian England, we realize that they have plagued humanity throughout history. Yet hope springs eternal under Bow Bridge during springtime at Central Park in New York City – reminding us that positive change is possible. Traveling further south to Far North Queensland, Australia unveils a different kind of struggle – environmental conservation. The vibrant Green Tree Python reminds us of our responsibility towards preserving nature for future generations. "The Sleeping Congregation" by William Hogarth depicts religious apathy and indifference prevalent even centuries ago. Meanwhile, The Pythia foretells prophecies at Delphi’s Oracle – highlighting society's fascination with seeking guidance from higher powers. Through these diverse snapshots across time and space emerges one undeniable truth: they can deeply ingrained within our collective human experience. Let us learn from history and work together towards building a more just and equitable world for all.