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CHILD LABOR, c1900. Children working in an American cigar factory, c1900
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CHILD LABOR, c1900. Children working in an American cigar factory, c1900
CHILD LABOR, c1900.
Children working in an American cigar factory, c1900. Oil over photograph
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Media ID 13135991
1890s 1900 1900s Decade Child Child Labor Cigar Cigarmaker Factory Maker Making Manufacture Working Class
CHILD LABOR, c1900 - A Glimpse into the Harsh Reality of American Cigar Factories
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This powerful print captures a haunting scene from turn-of-the-century America, shedding light on the dark underbelly of child labor. In this poignant image, young boys toil away in an American cigar factory, their innocent faces marred by exhaustion and hardship. The oil overlay adds a somber tone to the photograph, emphasizing the gravity of their situation. During this era, child labor was alarmingly prevalent as families struggled to make ends meet in an industrializing nation. These children were thrust into adulthood prematurely, robbed of their childhood innocence and forced into grueling work at such tender ages. With nimble fingers and determined expressions, they diligently contribute to the manufacture of cigars – a trade that demanded precision and skill. This photograph serves as a stark reminder of the working class's struggles during this period in history. It exposes not only the physical toll but also highlights society's moral obligation towards these vulnerable individuals who deserved education and protection rather than exploitation. As we reflect upon this distressing chapter in our past, let us remember those who fought tirelessly for reforms that eventually led to improved conditions for future generations. This image stands as a testament to their triumphs while urging us never to forget those whose lives were forever altered within these factory walls.
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