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GEORGIA: BUS TRAVEL, 1943. A woman hailing a Macon-bound Greyhound bus on the highway in Georgia
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GEORGIA: BUS TRAVEL, 1943. A woman hailing a Macon-bound Greyhound bus on the highway in Georgia
GEORGIA: BUS TRAVEL, 1943.
A woman hailing a Macon-bound Greyhound bus on the highway in Georgia. Photograph by Esther Bubley, September 1943
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1943 Bubley Bus Stop Dirt Road Esther Georgia Georgian Greyhound Hail Highway Macon Rear View September Traveller Unidentified
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In this photograph taken in 1943, we are transported back to a simpler time when bus travel was the epitome of adventure. The image captures a moment on a dusty highway in Georgia, where an unidentified woman stands with determination and grace, hailing a Macon-bound Greyhound bus. The scene is beautifully framed by the surrounding landscape of rolling hills and tall trees. The dirt road stretches out before us, leading our eyes towards the distant horizon. It is as if time has stood still for just a brief moment, allowing us to witness this snapshot of history. The woman's posture exudes confidence as she raises her arm high in the air, signaling for the approaching bus to stop. Her face remains hidden from view, leaving her identity shrouded in mystery. Yet there is no doubt that she embodies strength and resilience - qualities that were undoubtedly necessary during this era. Photographer Esther Bubley skillfully captures both the simplicity and significance of everyday life during wartime America. Through her lens, we glimpse not only the physical act of hailing a bus but also the intangible spirit of hope and determination that defined this period. This remarkable print serves as a reminder of how far we have come while honoring those who paved the way for modern transportation systems. It invites us to reflect on our own journeys through life - reminding us that sometimes it takes courage to raise our hand and ask for direction along our chosen path.
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