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From the picturesque fields of River Dordogne, France to the bustling streets of Shenzhen, Guangdong Province in China, it has captivated taste buds worldwide. Known as maize or corn (Zea mays), this versatile crop has been a staple in various cultures throughout history. In 1875, Thomas Mayne Reid took us on a zigzag journey through Mexico's Tierra Caliente, where kitchens were filled with the aroma of steamed buns and corn. Marion Post Wolcott's lens transported us to Manning, South Carolina in 1939, capturing the beauty of a Negro church nestled amidst a vibrant cornfield. The enchanting sight of corn planting along Tennessee rivers was immortalized by Marion Post Wolcott's photographs from 1940. Meanwhile, Russell Lee documented the hard work and joyous harvests in Pie Town, New Mexico during that same year. His images showcased farmers like Jim Norris reaping fresh ears from their fields and proudly displaying crops at local fairs. Corn also made its mark near Muskogee, Oklahoma in 1939-1940 when Russell Lee captured its golden glory against an expansive backdrop. And let us not forget the untitled photograph from that era featuring an African-American man standing tall near his bountiful field of corn—a testament to resilience and sustenance. Whether it graces our plates as succulent kernels or takes center stage as popcorn at movie nights, sweetcorn continues to delight palates across continents. Its journey through time is marked by both tradition and innovation—always reminding us that nature's bounty can bring communities together while satisfying our cravings for sweetness.