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Cultivating a patch of cassava on the agricultural experiment plot, 1904. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Cultivating a patch of cassava on the agricultural experiment plot, 1904. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Cultivating a patch of cassava on the agricultural experiment plot, 1904
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Cultivating a Patch of Cassava on the Agricultural Experiment Plot, 1904" is a captivating photograph taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston, showcasing a group of African American men engaged in the process of hoeing a patch of cassava plants on the agricultural experiment plot at Tuskegee Institute in Alabama, United States. The image, taken in the early 1900s, is a testament to the practical education and self-sufficiency principles advocated by Booker T. Washington, the renowned educator and leader of the institute. The photograph captures the essence of the rural setting, with the men dressed in simple work clothes, their faces expressing determination and focus as they hoe the rich, dark soil. The cassava plants, with their distinctive leaves and tuberous roots, stretch out in rows behind them, waiting to be tended to. The scene is reminiscent of the institute's commitment to providing its students with hands-on agricultural training, which was an essential component of its curriculum. The photograph is a valuable historical artifact, preserved in the Jean Blackwell Hutson Research and Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture at the New York Public Library. It offers a glimpse into the past, providing insights into the lives of African American farmers and the agricultural practices of the time. The image also serves as a reminder of the importance of education, hard work, and self-sufficiency, values that continue to resonate with us today. Frances Benjamin Johnston, an accomplished photographer, captured this moment in time with great skill and sensitivity, creating an enduring image that has stood the test of time. The photograph is a valuable addition to any collection of historical images documenting African American history and the agricultural heritage of the United States.
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