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SHARECROPPER FAMILY, 1902. Sharecropper family in their collard patch near Snow Hill, Alabama
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SHARECROPPER FAMILY, 1902. Sharecropper family in their collard patch near Snow Hill, Alabama
SHARECROPPER FAMILY, 1902.
Sharecropper family in their collard patch near Snow Hill, Alabama. Photographed in 1902 by Frances Benjamin Johnston
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1902 Alabama Black Child Farm Farmer Farming Field Francis Garden Johnston Mother Patch Poverty Sharecropper Vegetable Working Class Southeast
SHARECROPPER FAMILY, 1902 - A Glimpse into the Lives of Hardworking African American Farmers in Alabama
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a poignant moment in history - a sharecropper family toiling away in their collard patch near Snow Hill, Alabama. Taken by renowned photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1902, this image offers us a glimpse into the lives of hardworking individuals during an era marked by racial inequality and economic hardships. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see a black mother tending to her vegetable garden while her young son stands nearby. The boy's curious gaze hints at his eagerness to learn from his parents' laborious efforts. Meanwhile, a little girl is seen assisting her mother with the farming tasks – embodying resilience and determination beyond her tender age. The backdrop of this photograph showcases an early 20th-century rural landscape, characterized by vast fields stretching as far as the eye can see. It serves as a reminder of the challenging conditions faced by sharecroppers who relied on these lands for their livelihoods. Frances Benjamin Johnston's lens beautifully captures not only the physical exertion required for farming but also reveals the strength and unity within this working-class family unit. Their faces bear witness to both hardship and hope – symbols of perseverance amidst poverty. As we reflect upon this powerful image over a century later, let it serve as an enduring testament to those who labored tirelessly against adversity and remind us all that every individual has stories worth
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