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KENTUCKY: TOBACCO FARM. A barn on a tobacco farm at Hedges Station, Kentucky
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KENTUCKY: TOBACCO FARM. A barn on a tobacco farm at Hedges Station, Kentucky
KENTUCKY: TOBACCO FARM.
A barn on a tobacco farm at Hedges Station, Kentucky. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 15 September 1916
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1916 Barefoot Barn Child Labor Children Drying Farm Farmer Farming Hanging Hine Kentucky Lewis Photo Plant Poor September Tobacco Wickes Working Class Southeast
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Capturing the Essence of Kentucky's Tobacco Farming Legacy
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. This sepia-toned photograph transports us back to Hedges Station, Kentucky in September 1916. The lens of Lewis Hine, a renowned American photographer, immortalizes a scene that epitomizes the early days of tobacco farming in the South. At its center stands an imposing barn, weathered by time and laden with history. This rustic structure serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication of generations past. Surrounding it are fields where tobacco plants grow tall under the watchful eye of farmers who toil tirelessly from dawn till dusk. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a poignant juxtaposition: barefoot children diligently hanging freshly harvested tobacco leaves for drying alongside their adult counterparts. Their presence reminds us of the stark reality faced by working-class families during this era – child labor was not uncommon as they contributed their small hands to support their struggling households. The image evokes both admiration for these resilient workers and reflection on societal challenges that plagued rural communities at that time. It invites us to contemplate how far we have come since then while acknowledging our responsibility to continue striving towards fairer labor practices. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece captured over a century ago, let us honor those who labored on these farms and recognize their invaluable contribution to shaping Kentucky's rich agricultural heritage.
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