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CHILD LABOR, 1873. Children making paper boxes in a New York City factory. American wood engraving, 1873
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CHILD LABOR, 1873. Children making paper boxes in a New York City factory. American wood engraving, 1873
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1873 Adolescent Assembly Child Labor Factory Manhattan Manufacture Paper Working Class
CHILD LABOR, 1873 - A Glimpse into the Dark Reality of American Industry
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. This haunting print from 1873 captures a chilling scene within the heart of New York City. In this American wood engraving, we witness children toiling away in a Manhattan factory, their innocence stolen by the harsh realities of child labor. The image showcases young boys and girls diligently making paper boxes, their small hands skillfully folding and assembling each piece. These adolescents are part of the working class that fueled North America's rapid industrialization during this era. Set against a backdrop of towering machinery and dimly lit surroundings, one cannot help but feel an overwhelming sense of sadness for these exploited children. Their faces reveal exhaustion beyond their years as they endure long hours in hazardous conditions. This powerful visual artifact serves as a stark reminder of the dark underbelly that accompanied progress during this time period. It sheds light on the exploitation faced by countless children who were denied education and robbed of their childhoods due to economic necessity. As we reflect upon this photograph today, it compels us to acknowledge how far society has come in protecting our most vulnerable members. It also serves as a call-to-action to continue advocating for fair labor practices worldwide so that no child is forced into such circumstances again. Granger Art on Demand presents this historical relic not for commercial use but rather as an opportunity for contemplation and remembrance—a testament to our collective responsibility towards ensuring every child's right to grow up free from
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