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HINE: RAILROAD OFFICE, 1917. A 15-year-old office boy working in the New York, New Haven
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HINE: RAILROAD OFFICE, 1917. A 15-year-old office boy working in the New York, New Haven
HINE: RAILROAD OFFICE, 1917.
A 15-year-old office boy working in the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad office in Boston, Massachusetts. Photograph by Lewis Wickes Hine, January 1917
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1917 Boston Child Labor Desk Hine January Lewis Massachusetts Office Railroad Responsibility Wickes Working Working Class Writing Unidentified
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This photograph, titled "HINE: RAILROAD OFFICE, 1917" captures a poignant moment in American history. In the bustling city of Boston, Massachusetts, we are transported back to January 1917 where a young boy stands behind a desk in the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad office. At just fifteen years old, he exudes an air of responsibility beyond his tender age. Photographed by Lewis Wickes Hine, renowned for his documentation of child labor during this era, this image serves as a powerful reminder of the working class struggles that shaped our nation's past. The sepia tones add depth and nostalgia to the scene while highlighting the determination etched on the boy's face. As we gaze at this portrait frozen in time, we cannot help but wonder about the dreams and aspirations harbored within that young mind. What challenges did he face? Did he find solace amidst stacks of paperwork or yearn for something more? The unidentified boy becomes emblematic of countless children who were thrust into adulthood prematurely due to economic circumstances. This photograph is not merely an artistic piece; it is a testament to resilience and perseverance against all odds. Granger Art on Demand presents us with yet another treasure from their collection - an evocative glimpse into America's past through Hine's lens. Let us reflect upon this image as a call to honor those who paved the way for progress while acknowledging how far we have come since then.
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