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Picking cotton. 1902. Creator: Unknown
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Picking cotton. 1902. Creator: Unknown
Picking cotton. 1902
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Picking Cotton, 1902
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is an evocative photograph capturing a moment in the rich agricultural history of the United States. This monochrome image, created by an unknown photographer, transports us back in time to a cotton field in America during the early 20th century. The scene is filled with a diverse group of individuals, predominantly African American, engaged in the laborious process of picking cotton. Children, both boys and girls, work alongside elderly men and women, their faces expressing a range of emotions from determination to fatigue. The cotton plants, laden with white bolls, stretch out as far as the eye can see, covering the expansive farmland. The image is a poignant reminder of the heritage and history of cotton farming in America. It serves as a visual narrative of the occupation that once defined the lives of countless individuals, particularly African Americans, who toiled in the fields to contribute to the economic prosperity of the nation. This photograph, part of the Jean Blackwell Hutson Division of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture at the New York Public Library, is a testament to the resilience and hard work of the people who labored on plantations and farms across the country. The smiling faces, despite the challenging conditions, speak to the human spirit and the enduring legacy of the cotton industry in American history. The image, with its timeless quality, invites us to reflect on the past, appreciate the progress made, and honor the stories of those who came before us. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of preserving our heritage and the role that agriculture, particularly cotton farming, played in shaping the fabric of American society.
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