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SHARECROPPERS, 1899. An African American family outside their house in Virginia

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SHARECROPPERS, 1899. An African American family outside their house in Virginia

SHARECROPPERS, 1899.
An African American family outside their house in Virginia. Photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston

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1899 Black Cabin Chopping Family Farm Farming Firewood Francis Johnston Poverty Rural Shack Sharecropper Southeastern Virginia Working Class


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SHARECROPPERS, 1899 - A Glimpse into the Lives of an African American Family in Rural Virginia

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. In this poignant photograph captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1899, we are transported back to a time when life was harsh for many African Americans living in the rural South. The image showcases an impoverished sharecropper family outside their humble cabin in southeastern Virginia. The scene depicts a group of men and women engaged in daily chores necessary for survival. Two men can be seen wielding axes, tirelessly chopping firewood to warm their modest dwelling during the late turn of the century. Their faces bear expressions that reveal both determination and weariness from years of hard labor. The women stand nearby, dressed plainly yet with dignity, as they contribute to the household tasks. Despite facing poverty and limited opportunities, these resilient individuals find strength within their close-knit family unit. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the challenges faced by African American families during this era. It captures not only physical labor but also resilience, unity, and perseverance against all odds. Frances Benjamin Johnston's lens allows us to witness a moment frozen in time - one that sheds light on the lives of those often overlooked or forgotten by history books. It is through images like these that we gain insight into our shared past while honoring the strength and spirit of generations who paved the way for progress.

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