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TOBACCO FARMING, 1916. Worming and topping tobacco on a farm at Hedges Station, Kentucky
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TOBACCO FARMING, 1916. Worming and topping tobacco on a farm at Hedges Station, Kentucky
TOBACCO FARMING, 1916.
Worming and topping tobacco on a farm at Hedges Station, Kentucky. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 7 August 1916
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1916 August Child Labor Children Farm Farmer Farming Field Hine Kentucky Leaf Lewis Photo Poor Summer Tobacco Wickes Working Class Worm Southeast
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This photograph, titled "Tobacco Farming, 1916" transports us back to a time when the American agricultural landscape was vastly different. Taken by Lewis Hine on August 7th in Hedges Station, Kentucky, this image captures the arduous labor involved in worming and topping tobacco on a farm. In this sepia-toned snapshot, we see a group of children diligently working under the scorching summer sun. A young boy and girl stand amidst rows of towering tobacco plants, their faces etched with determination. These children are part of the working class that played an integral role in sustaining America's economy during that era. The photographer's lens beautifully highlights the stark contrast between innocence and responsibility as these youngsters engage in tasks typically reserved for adults. Their presence serves as a poignant reminder of child labor practices prevalent at that time. Beyond its historical significance, this print also offers an insight into rural life in early 20th century America. The rustic farmhouse visible in the background hints at humble living conditions endured by farming families like those at Hedges Station. As we gaze upon this evocative image frozen in time, it prompts us to reflect on our progress as a society while acknowledging the hardships faced by those who came before us.
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