FREEDMEN SCHOOL, 1868. James Plantation School, North Carolina. Wood engraving, American, 1868
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FREEDMEN SCHOOL, 1868. James Plantation School, North Carolina. Wood engraving, American, 1868
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1868 Caucasian Country Education Freedmen Freedmens Bureau Liberated Literacy Log Cabin North Carolina One Room Schoolhouse Plantation Pupil School Mistress South Eastern Wooden
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This print titled "FREEDMEN SCHOOL, 1868. James Plantation School, North Carolina" takes us back to a significant moment in American history. The wood engraving, created by an anonymous artist in 1868, captures the essence of a newly established school for freed African Americans. Located on a wooden plantation in the southeastern state of North Carolina, this one-room schoolhouse stands as a symbol of hope and progress during a time of great change. The image showcases the exterior view of the humble log cabin building where liberated individuals gathered daily to pursue education. In front of the school stands a diverse group of pupils - both Caucasian and African American children - eagerly awaiting their turn to enter the classroom. This scene highlights how education transcended racial boundaries and brought people together towards a common goal: literacy and knowledge. The presence of a dedicated school mistress further emphasizes the importance placed on education at that time. She is seen standing proudly beside her students, ready to guide them through their educational journey. This powerful image serves as a reminder that despite adversity, marginalized communities were determined to uplift themselves through learning. It also pays tribute to organizations like the Freedmen's Bureau which played an instrumental role in establishing schools for freedmen across America after emancipation. Through this historical photograph, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand how education became an instrument for empowerment amidst social transformation.
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