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CHICAGO: CHILDREN, 1941. Boys playing and pretending that they are shooting machine
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CHICAGO: CHILDREN, 1941. Boys playing and pretending that they are shooting machine
CHICAGO: CHILDREN, 1941.
Boys playing and pretending that they are shooting machine guns at a passing airplane, on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois. Photograph by Edwin Rosskam, April 1941
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1941 Airplane April Black Black Belt Brick Chicago Edwin Friend Game Machine Gun Playing Rosskam South Side
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CHICAGO - CHILDREN, 1941 - Innocence Amidst Turbulent Times
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. This photograph captures a poignant moment in the lives of young African American boys on the South Side of Chicago in April 1941. Against a backdrop of worn brick buildings, these spirited youngsters engage in an imaginative game, pretending to shoot machine guns at a passing airplane. Their faces radiate joy and excitement as they immerse themselves in this playful act. In an era marked by racial segregation and economic hardships, this snapshot offers a glimpse into the resilience and creativity that thrived within marginalized communities. The image resonates with both innocence and defiance as these children find solace through their camaraderie amidst turbulent times. Photographed by Edwin Rosskam for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), this candid shot not only freezes a fleeting moment but also serves as a powerful historical document. It encapsulates the spirit of childhood playfulness while subtly reflecting upon larger social issues prevalent during that period. As we look back on this remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand, it reminds us to cherish moments of simplicity and imagination even amidst challenging circumstances. These young boys remind us that hope can be found even when faced with adversity – through friendship, laughter, and unyielding dreams soaring high like airplanes against all odds.
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