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FARMING: CRADLE. Cutting wheat with a cradle. Photograph, American, c1905
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FARMING: CRADLE. Cutting wheat with a cradle. Photograph, American, c1905
FARMING: CRADLE.
Cutting wheat with a cradle. Photograph, American, c1905
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1905 Autumn Cradle Crib Farm Farmer Farming Field Harvest Reaper Rural Wheat
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This photograph, titled "FARMING: CRADLE. Cutting wheat with a cradle" takes us back to the early 20th century in rural America. The image captures a crucial moment during the autumn harvest season, as two hardworking farmers are seen using traditional tools to cut wheat in a vast field. The men skillfully wield their cradles, which resemble large wooden cribs with long handles attached. These hand-held reapers were an essential tool for harvesting crops before mechanized farming took over. With precision and expertise, they rhythmically swing their cradles through the golden sea of wheat stalks, cutting them down one by one. The scene exudes simplicity and tranquility as these dedicated workers labor under the open sky. Their faces show determination and pride in their work, embodying the spirit of American agriculture at that time. This photograph is not just a glimpse into turn-of-the-century farming practices; it also serves as a reminder of our agricultural roots and the hard work required to sustain our communities. It transports us to an era when manual labor was at its peak but still carried out with grace and efficiency. As we admire this snapshot from history captured by an anonymous American photographer around 1905, we can't help but appreciate the dedication of those who came before us – those who shaped our land through sweat and perseverance.
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