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GEORGIA: SEGREGATION, 1962. A sign in a restaurant window in Albany, Georgia
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GEORGIA: SEGREGATION, 1962. A sign in a restaurant window in Albany, Georgia
GEORGIA: SEGREGATION, 1962.
A sign in a restaurant window in Albany, Georgia. Photograph by Warren K. Leffler, 18 August 1962
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1962 Albany August Georgia Leffler Restaurant Segregation Sign Warren Window Southeast
GEORGIA - SEGREGATION, 1962. A Powerful Reminder of America's Troubled Past
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph captures a chilling moment in American history. Taken by Warren K. Leffler on August 18,1962, in Albany, Georgia, the image showcases a sign displayed prominently in a restaurant window. The sign boldly declares the establishment's adherence to segregation policies that were prevalent during this time. The photograph serves as a stark reminder of the deep-rooted racial discrimination that plagued our nation for decades. It symbolizes the painful reality faced by African Americans who were denied equal rights and access to public spaces solely based on their skin color. Leffler's composition emphasizes not only the text but also the surrounding environment – an unassuming mid-century exterior typical of small-town America in the Southeast. This juxtaposition highlights how segregation was deeply ingrained within society at all levels. As we reflect upon this historical artifact from Granger Art on Demand's collection, it is crucial to acknowledge how far we have come as a nation while recognizing that there is still work to be done towards achieving true equality for all individuals. Let us use this powerful image as motivation to continue fighting against discrimination and prejudice so that future generations can live in a world where such signs are nothing more than relics of an unjust past.
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