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HINE: POVERTY, 1909. Three young boys scavenging through a dump pile in Boston, Massachusetts
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HINE: POVERTY, 1909. Three young boys scavenging through a dump pile in Boston, Massachusetts
HINE: POVERTY, 1909.
Three young boys scavenging through a dump pile in Boston, Massachusetts. Photograph by Lewis Hine, October 1909
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Media ID 12236711
1909 Adolescent Boston Children Debris Dump Hine Lewis Massachusetts October Pile Poverty Sanitation Trash Wickes Young Landfill Scavenger Turn Of Century
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant photograph captures the harsh reality of poverty in early 20th century Boston. Taken by Lewis Hine in October 1909, it depicts three young boys scavenging through a dump pile in the city's North End. The sepia-toned image evokes a sense of despair and destitution as these children rummage through debris and trash in search of anything salvageable. The composition highlights the stark contrast between their innocence and the harshness of their surroundings. With tattered clothes and dirt-covered faces, these boys represent countless others who were forced to endure similar hardships during this era. Hine's powerful lens sheds light on the dire living conditions faced by many American families at the turn of the century. This photograph serves as a reminder that poverty knows no boundaries, even within prosperous cities like Boston. As we reflect upon this image, we are reminded of our responsibility to address social inequality and uplift those who continue to face economic hardship today. It is crucial that we learn from history and work towards creating a more equitable society for all. This print from The Granger Collection serves as both a historical document capturing an important moment in time and a call to action for us to strive for a better future.
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