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ALABAMA: CLASSROOM, 1911. Children of the mill settlement attending school at Lynchburg
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ALABAMA: CLASSROOM, 1911. Children of the mill settlement attending school at Lynchburg
ALABAMA: CLASSROOM, 1911.
Children of the mill settlement attending school at Lynchburg Cotton Mills in Lynchburg, Virginia. Photograph by Lewis Hine in May 1911
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1911 Adolescent Block Children Classroom Cotton Education Elementary School Hine Industry Kindergarten Lesson Lewis Literacy Lynchburg Mill Pupil Schoolboy Schoolgirl Schoolteacher Settlement Teacher Textile Mill Virginia Wickes Young Southeast
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ALABAMA - CLASSROOM, 1911. A Glimpse into the Lives of Mill Settlement Children at Lynchburg Cotton Mills
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. This photograph captured by Lewis Hine in May 1911 offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of children attending school at Lynchburg Cotton Mills in Lynchburg, Virginia. The image showcases an early American classroom bustling with young minds eager to learn. In sepia tones, we see a modest interior filled with rows of wooden desks and chairs occupied by schoolgirls and schoolboys from the mill settlement community. Their youthful faces reflect both curiosity and determination as they engage in their lessons under the guidance of a dedicated woman teacher. The significance of this image lies not only in its portrayal of education but also in shedding light on the textile industry's impact on society during that era. These children were products of an industrialized Southeast region where cotton mills played a pivotal role. Beyond just literacy, this classroom symbolizes hope for these young students who had access to elementary education despite their challenging circumstances. It serves as a testament to the power of knowledge and how it can uplift individuals from humble beginnings. As we admire this historical print from The Granger Collection, let us remember those who paved the way for universal education while acknowledging that there is still much work to be done to ensure every child has equal opportunities for learning today.
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