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OHIO: COAL DELIVERY, 1940. A delivery worker shoveling coal from a pick-up truck
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OHIO: COAL DELIVERY, 1940. A delivery worker shoveling coal from a pick-up truck
OHIO: COAL DELIVERY, 1940.
A delivery worker shoveling coal from a pick-up truck into wheelbarrows in a residential neighborhood, Chillicothe, Ohio. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, February 1940
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Media ID 13213669
1940 Black Chillicothe Coal Cold Delivery February Great Depression New Deal Ohio Pick Up Truck Residential Shovel Shoveling Sidewalk Snow Wheelbarrow Winter
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This print titled "OHIO: COAL DELIVERY, 1940" takes us back to a chilly winter day in Chillicothe, Ohio. The image captures the hard work of an African American delivery worker as he shovels coal from a pick-up truck into wheelbarrows. It is February 1940, during the Great Depression era when times were tough for many Americans. The man's determination is evident on his face as he battles the cold weather and heavy snowfall. His actions are essential in providing warmth to the residents of this residential neighborhood. Arthur Rothstein skillfully freezes this moment in time, allowing us to appreciate the dedication and resilience of workers during that period. As we observe this scene, we can't help but feel a sense of admiration for those who labored tirelessly despite challenging circumstances. This photograph serves as a reminder of how crucial manual labor was in sustaining communities during difficult times. Rothstein's lens transports us back to an era characterized by economic hardship but also marked by hope and perseverance embodied by individuals like this unnamed worker. Through his artistry, Rothstein immortalizes not only the physical act of shoveling coal but also the spirit of resilience that defined America during one of its most trying periods – a testament to both human strength and community support.
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