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HINE: COAL MINERS, 1908. Entrance to a West Virginia coal mine. Photograph by Lewis Hine
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HINE: COAL MINERS, 1908. Entrance to a West Virginia coal mine. Photograph by Lewis Hine
HINE: COAL MINERS, 1908.
Entrance to a West Virginia coal mine. Photograph by Lewis Hine, September 1908
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1908 Cart Child Labor Coal Headlight Hine Industry Lewis Mine Miner Mining Car Poor Railroad Track September Southeastern Track Tunnel West Virginia Wickes Working Class Young
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of coal mining in early 20th century America. Taken by Lewis Hine in September 1908, it depicts the entrance to a West Virginia coal mine. The image showcases a group of men, young boys, and workers from the working class who are about to embark on their grueling shift underground. In the foreground, a young boy stands beside a cart filled with coal. His small frame is juxtaposed against the immense darkness of the tunnel behind him. With his headlight illuminating his path, he represents both innocence and vulnerability within an industry known for its dangers. The railroad tracks leading into the mine symbolize not only transportation but also progress and industrialization that were transforming America at that time. However, these tracks also serve as a reminder of how this progress came at great human cost. Lewis Hine's photograph exposes the poverty-stricken conditions endured by these miners and highlights child labor practices prevalent during this era. It serves as an important historical document shedding light on social issues faced by marginalized communities in southeastern West Virginia. As we gaze upon this haunting image over a century later, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by those who toiled underground to fuel our nation's growth while enduring unimaginable hardships.
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