HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. Two young cotton workers from the Salisbury Mills in Salisbury

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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. Two young cotton workers from the Salisbury Mills in Salisbury

HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908.
Two young cotton workers from the Salisbury Mills in Salisbury, North Carolina. Photograph by Lewis Hine, December 1908

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1908 Adolescent Child Labor Cotton December Hine Industry Knicker Lewis North Carolina Salisbury Teenager Textile Mill Train Track Wickes Working Class Young Southeast Turn Of Century

EDITORS COMMENTS
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. A haunting glimpse into the harsh realities of early 20th-century American industry, this sepia-toned photograph captures two young cotton workers from the Salisbury Mills in Salisbury, North Carolina. Taken by Lewis Hine in December 1908, it serves as a poignant reminder of the widespread exploitation of children during this era. In the image, these adolescent boys stand on a train track against a backdrop of towering textile mills. Clad in knickers and worn-out clothing, their weary expressions reflect the toll that long hours and grueling labor have taken on their young lives. Their presence symbolizes an entire generation robbed of its childhood innocence and education. Lewis Hine was renowned for his pioneering work documenting child labor across America at the turn of the century. Through his powerful photographs like this one, he sought to expose societal injustices and advocate for change. This particular print is part of The Granger Collection's vast archive dedicated to preserving historical moments through art. As we gaze upon this image today, let us remember those who came before us and fought tirelessly for improved working conditions and protections for children. May it serve as a testament to our progress while urging us to remain vigilant against any form of exploitation or injustice.

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