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NYC: HART ISLAND, 1888. Gravediggers at the potters field on Hart Island, New York City

NYC: HART ISLAND, 1888. Gravediggers at the potters field on Hart Island, New York City


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NYC: HART ISLAND, 1888. Gravediggers at the potters field on Hart Island, New York City

NYC: HART ISLAND, 1888.
Gravediggers at the potters field on Hart Island, New York City. Photograph, 1888

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1888 Casket Grave Island New York Northeast Poverty Gravedigger Potters Field


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This photograph, titled "NYC: HART ISLAND, 1888" takes us back to the late 19th century in New York City. The image captures a solemn scene on Hart Island, known as the potters field - a burial ground for those who could not afford proper burials. In this hauntingly beautiful print, we see gravediggers diligently at work amidst rows of freshly dug graves. Their faces reflect the weight of their task as they labor under the Northeastern sun. Each man is dressed in attire typical of that era, reminding us of the stark contrast between their poverty-stricken lives and the bustling city just beyond. Hart Island itself stands as an isolated island in New York's waters, serving as a final resting place for countless individuals whose stories may have been forgotten by time. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced by many during this period. Captured with great detail and precision by Granger Art on Demand, this historical artifact transports us back to an era where poverty was rampant and social inequality prevailed. It invites viewers to contemplate not only the struggles faced by these gravediggers but also prompts reflection on our own society's treatment of its most vulnerable members. As we gaze upon this powerful image from 1888, let it serve as a testament to both human resilience and our collective responsibility towards one another – ensuring that no one is left behind or forgotten in times of hardship.

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