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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1913. Two young boys working at the Lutcher & Moore Lumber Co
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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1913. Two young boys working at the Lutcher & Moore Lumber Co
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1913.
Two young boys working at the Lutcher & Moore Lumber Co. in Orange, Texas. Photograph by Lewis Hine, November 1913
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1913 Adolescent Child Labor Children Hine Industry Lewis Lumber Sawmill Southwest Teenager Texas Track Wickes Young
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of child labor in early 20th century America. Taken by Lewis Hine in November 1913, it depicts two young boys toiling away at the Lutcher & Moore Lumber Co. in Orange, Texas. The sepia-toned image evokes a sense of nostalgia while also serving as a stark reminder of the exploitation these children endured. In this snapshot, we witness the innocence lost as these adolescents are thrust into an adult world far too soon. With solemn expressions on their faces and sweat glistening on their brows, they embody resilience beyond their years. Their small frames stand against towering stacks of lumber, symbolizing both their vulnerability and strength. Hine's lens exposes not only the physical toll that child labor exacts but also its impact on education and childhood itself. These young workers should be playing games or attending school; instead, they find themselves trapped within an unforgiving industrial landscape. As viewers, we are compelled to reflect upon our own privilege and question how such injustices were allowed to persist for so long. This poignant photograph serves as a call to action—a plea for us to advocate for change and ensure that no child is robbed of their right to a proper childhood again.
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