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GEORGIA: PLAYGROUND, 1938. A group of schoolgirls hanging upside down in a playground
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GEORGIA: PLAYGROUND, 1938. A group of schoolgirls hanging upside down in a playground
GEORGIA: PLAYGROUND, 1938.
A group of schoolgirls hanging upside down in a playground at the Irwinville School, Irwinville, Georgia. Photograph by John Vachon in May 1938
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1938 Carefree Children Climbing Education Entertainment Exercise Georgia Grammar School Great Depression Leisure Literacy New Deal Playground Playing Recreation Rural School Schoolgirl Schoolyard Vachon Well Being Yard Young Southeast
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GEORGIA: PLAYGROUND, 1938. A snapshot of carefree childhood in rural Georgia during the Great Depression. In this photograph taken by John Vachon in May 1938, a group of young schoolgirls can be seen hanging upside down on a playground at Irwinville School. Amidst economic hardship and uncertainty, these children find solace and joy in their daily lives. Their innocent laughter echoes through the air as they engage in playful activities that promote exercise, entertainment, and education. The image captures a moment frozen in time – a testament to the resilience and spirit of youth even amidst challenging times. The Irwinville School serves as an oasis for these girls, offering them not only literacy but also opportunities for recreation and social interaction. As they climb on monkey bars or swing from ropes with abandon, their well-being is nurtured both physically and emotionally. This photograph symbolizes more than just a simple playtime scene; it represents the hopefulness embodied by President Roosevelt's New Deal initiatives that aimed to uplift communities across America during the Great Depression. It reminds us that even when faced with adversity, children have an innate ability to find happiness within themselves. As we gaze upon this historic print from The Granger Collection's archives today, let us reflect on the importance of preserving our collective memories - those moments that remind us of our shared humanity despite the passage of time.
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