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ALABAMA: CLASSROOM, 1936. Rural classroom for migrant children at Skyline Farms
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ALABAMA: CLASSROOM, 1936. Rural classroom for migrant children at Skyline Farms
ALABAMA: CLASSROOM, 1936.
Rural classroom for migrant children at Skyline Farms, near Scottsboro, Alabama. Photograph by Carl Mydans, June 1936
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1936 Alabama Blackboard Carl Children Classroom Desk Education Grammar School Great Depression June Lesson Literacy Migrant Mydans New Deal Poor Pupil Rural Schoolboy Schoolgirl Schoolteacher Table Teaching Working Class Writing Young Southeast
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This photograph, titled "ALABAMA: CLASSROOM, 1936" takes us back to a rural classroom at Skyline Farms near Scottsboro, Alabama. The image was skillfully captured by photographer Carl Mydans in June 1936 during the Great Depression era. In this poignant snapshot of American history, we witness a group of young migrant children eagerly engaged in their early education. The scene unfolds within a modest interior space filled with worn wooden desks and chairs. A dedicated schoolteacher stands before a chalkboard adorned with lessons and words that symbolize hope for these underprivileged youngsters. Boys and girls alike sit attentively at the table, their faces reflecting determination despite the hardships they face daily. Among them is an African-American boy diligently writing on his desk while a girl beside him listens intently to her teacher's lesson. This powerful image captures not only the struggle but also the resilience of these young pupils as they strive for literacy amidst challenging circumstances. "ALABAMA: CLASSROOM, 1936" serves as a reminder of the transformative power of education even in times of adversity. It encapsulates both the impact of government initiatives like the New Deal and highlights how working-class communities came together to provide opportunities for their children's future success. This print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to reflect upon our shared history and appreciate those who fought against all odds to ensure every child had access to education regardless of their background or social standing.
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