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HINE: HOUSING, 1911. Fifty oyster shuckers housed in this miserable row of dilapidated shacks
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HINE: HOUSING, 1911. Fifty oyster shuckers housed in this miserable row of dilapidated shacks
HINE: HOUSING, 1911.
Fifty oyster shuckers housed in this miserable row of dilapidated shacks, located on an old shell-pile and partly surrounded by a tidal marsh at the Maggioni Canning Co. in Port Royal, South Carolina. Photograph by Lewis Hine, February 1911
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1911 Adolescent Child Child Labor February Hine Housing Lewis Marine Oyster Poor Port Royal Poverty Shack Shell Shucker South Carolina Wickes Working Class Young Southeast
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of housing conditions for oyster shuckers in 1911. In this sepia-toned print by Lewis Hine, we see a row of dilapidated shacks located on an old shell-pile and partially surrounded by a tidal marsh at the Maggioni Canning Co. in Port Royal, South Carolina. Fifty oyster shuckers, both men and women, are crammed into these miserable living quarters. Their faces tell stories of hardship and poverty as they stand outside their makeshift homes. Among them are young boys and girls who should be enjoying their childhood but instead find themselves working under grueling conditions. Hine's photograph serves as a stark reminder of the struggles faced by the working class during this era. It sheds light on child labor practices and exposes the daily life of those trapped in poverty. The image is hauntingly beautiful despite its subject matter, capturing not only the physical state of the buildings but also conveying a sense of resilience among its inhabitants. It serves as a testament to human strength amidst adversity. As we reflect upon this photograph from over a century ago, it reminds us to appreciate how far we have come in terms of improving living conditions for all individuals. However, it also urges us to remain vigilant in our efforts to address social inequalities that still persist today.
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