CANNING FACTORY, 1913. Shuckers in the Varn and Platt Canning Company, Yonges Island

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CANNING FACTORY, 1913. Shuckers in the Varn and Platt Canning Company, Yonges Island

CANNING FACTORY, 1913.
Shuckers in the Varn and Platt Canning Company, Yonges Island, South Carolina. Detail of a photograph, 1913, by Lewis W. Hine

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1913 Cannery Canning Child Labor Company Detail Factory Hine Lewis Manufacture Platt Poor Pregnant Shucker South Carolina Struggle Wickes Working Class Southeast Unidentified

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a poignant moment in history - the reality of life inside a canning factory in 1913. The image, taken by renowned photographer Lewis W. Hine, showcases shuckers working tirelessly at the Varn and Platt Canning Company on Yonges Island, South Carolina. In this detailed snapshot, we witness women and girls engaged in their arduous tasks within the factory walls. Their faces reveal both determination and weariness as they navigate through their daily struggles. Among them is an unidentified pregnant woman, highlighting the harsh conditions that even expectant mothers had to endure during this time. Hine's photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the early days of industrialization when child labor was prevalent and workers faced immense challenges just to make ends meet. It offers us a glimpse into the lives of these hardworking individuals who formed part of America's working class. As we reflect upon this image, it becomes evident that behind every can on our pantry shelves lies a story of sacrifice and perseverance. This print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to honor those who paved the way for progress while reminding us never to forget their struggles.

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