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Photographic Print : Unemployed workers desperate for work during the Great Depression, Cleveland, Ohio, USA, 1931
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Unemployed workers desperate for work during the Great Depression, Cleveland, Ohio, USA, 1931
Unemployed workers desperate for work during the Great Depression, Cleveland, Ohio, USA, 1931. When George H Bowman Co advertised that it would take on 150 people for Christmas holiday jobs, applicants surged about the building on Euclid Avenue
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Media ID 15139606
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Cleveland Crisis Crowds Desperate Desperation Economy Employment Hardship Jobless Ohio Unemployed Historica Graphica Collection Recession
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our poignant photograph from the Media Storehouse archives, capturing the desperation of unemployed workers lining up outside the George H. Bowman Co. in Cleveland, Ohio, USA, 1931. This evocative image from Heritage Images transports you to the heart of the Great Depression era, offering a powerful reminder of history's resilience and determination. Adorn your walls with this thought-provoking piece and ignite meaningful conversations about the past, present, and future. #HistoryInYourHome #GreatDepression #HeritageImages
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This poignant photograph captures the desperate plight of unemployed workers during the Great Depression in Cleveland, Ohio, USA, in 1931. In a time of economic crisis and hardship, this image showcases the overwhelming desperation for employment that plagued countless individuals across the country. The scene unfolds on Euclid Avenue outside George H Bowman Co. , where a glimmer of hope emerged as they advertised 150 Christmas holiday jobs. The sheer magnitude of jobless individuals seeking work is evident as crowds surge around the building. This snapshot encapsulates both the physical and emotional toll that unemployment took on people's lives during this tumultuous period. The monochrome composition adds to its historical significance, transporting us back to an era defined by poverty and recession. Each face tells a story of struggle and resilience amidst dire circumstances. These men and women represent not just statistics but real people grappling with their own personal battles against destitution. As we reflect upon this powerful image from our past, it serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of labor rights and social safety nets. It also compels us to remain vigilant about protecting these hard-won advancements so that no one has to experience such desperation again.
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