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WEST VIRGINIA: SCHOOL, 1921. An abandoned one-room schoolhouse near Charleston, West Virginia

WEST VIRGINIA: SCHOOL, 1921. An abandoned one-room schoolhouse near Charleston, West Virginia


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WEST VIRGINIA: SCHOOL, 1921. An abandoned one-room schoolhouse near Charleston, West Virginia

WEST VIRGINIA: SCHOOL, 1921.
An abandoned one-room schoolhouse near Charleston, West Virginia. Next to the school is the home of the Tate family of farmers. Photograph by October 1921

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1921 Abandoned Appalachia Charleston Family Farm Farmer Field Hine Lewis October One Room School House Poverty School Shack West Virginia Wickes Wooden Southeast Tate


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This photograph takes us back to the year 1921 in West Virginia, where an abandoned one-room schoolhouse stands as a silent witness of a bygone era. Located near Charleston, this humble structure served as an educational haven for countless children in its heyday. The surrounding landscape reveals the rustic charm of rural Appalachia, with fields stretching out towards the horizon. Adjacent to the schoolhouse, we catch a glimpse of the Tate family's home - simple yet sturdy, it symbolizes their hardworking farming lifestyle. This snapshot freezes time and allows us to reflect on the challenges faced by families like the Tates during this early period in American history. The sepia tones lend an air of nostalgia to this image captured by Lewis Hine in October 1921. Hine was known for his powerful documentary photography that shed light on social issues such as poverty and labor conditions. In this particular piece, he masterfully captures both architectural decay and human resilience. As we gaze upon this print from Granger Art on Demand, we are transported back to a different era - one where education was valued even amidst adversity. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come while urging us not to forget our roots or those who came before us.

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