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HINE: COAL MINERS, 1908. A group of drivers and miners going to work at a Gary
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HINE: COAL MINERS, 1908. A group of drivers and miners going to work at a Gary
HINE: COAL MINERS, 1908.
A group of drivers and miners going to work at a Gary, West Virginia Mine. Photograph by Lewis Hine, September 1908
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Media ID 12243358
1908 Black Cart Child Labor Coal Driver Headlamp Hine Industry Lewis Mine Miner Mining Car Poor September Southeastern Track Tunnel West Virginia Whip Wickes Working Class Young
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful photograph captures a poignant moment in American history. Taken by Lewis Hine in September 1908, the image showcases a group of African American coal miners and drivers on their way to work at a mine in Gary, West Virginia. The men are seen walking alongside a mining car track, each carrying their tools and wearing headlamps to navigate the dark tunnels ahead. The photograph serves as a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by workers during this era. Child labor was prevalent, as evidenced by the young boy depicted pushing a cart filled with coal. These hardworking individuals were part of the working class, struggling to make ends meet in an industry that demanded long hours and dangerous conditions. Hine's lens captures not only the physical toll of this labor-intensive job but also hints at the poverty that plagued these communities. The worn-out hats and tired expressions on their faces speak volumes about their daily struggles. As we reflect on this turn-of-the-century scene, it is important to remember those who paved the way for better working conditions and labor rights today. This photograph stands as both documentation of an era gone by and a testament to resilience amidst adversity.
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