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MIGRANT FAMILY, 1913. Family of itinerant cotton pickers during harvest in McKinney, Texas
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MIGRANT FAMILY, 1913. Family of itinerant cotton pickers during harvest in McKinney, Texas
MIGRANT FAMILY, 1913.
Family of itinerant cotton pickers during harvest in McKinney, Texas. Photograph by Lewis Hine, October 1913
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1913 Bonnet Child Labor Cotton Dress Family Farm Father Harvest Hine Itinerant Lewis Migrant Worker Migration Mother October Picker Poor Poverty Rural Southwest Texas Wickes Working Class Young
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This photograph, titled "Migrant Family, 1913" offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of an itinerant cotton-picking family during harvest season in McKinney, Texas. Taken by Lewis Hine in October 1913, this image encapsulates the struggles faced by working-class families in early 20th-century America. In the photograph, we see a family consisting of a father, mother, and their young children. Dressed in worn-out clothing that reflects their poverty-stricken circumstances, they stand together outside their modest dwelling on a rural farm. The father wears a hat to shield himself from the scorching Texan sun as he labors tirelessly alongside his fellow workers. Despite their difficult circumstances, there is still warmth and unity within this family unit. A young girl stands close to her mother while holding onto her pet dog—a small glimmer of joy amidst hardship. The boy beside them exudes resilience beyond his years as he gazes directly at the camera with determination etched across his face. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the challenges faced by migrant workers who traveled great distances seeking employment opportunities during this era. It sheds light on the harsh realities of child labor and poverty prevalent in American society at that time. Lewis Hine's masterful composition captures not only individual faces but also tells a larger story about migration and survival against all odds. It serves as an enduring testament to both the strength and vulnerability inherent within these marginalized communities striving for better
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