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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. Portrait of 12 year old Johns Lewis, a cotton mill employee

HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. Portrait of 12 year old Johns Lewis, a cotton mill employee


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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. Portrait of 12 year old Johns Lewis, a cotton mill employee

HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908.
Portrait of 12 year old Johns Lewis, a cotton mill employee earning sixty cents an hour and responsible for four looms, Springstein Mill, Chester, South Carolina. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1908

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1908 Chester Child Labor Cotton Hine Labor Lewis Mill Outside South Carolina Suspenders Johns


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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of child labor in America during the early 20th century. In this sepia-toned portrait, we see a solemn-looking 12-year-old boy named Johns Lewis, who works as a cotton mill employee at Springstein Mill in Chester, South Carolina. Despite his young age, Johns is responsible for operating four looms and earns a meager sixty cents an hour for his labor. Dressed in a hat and suspenders, he stands outside the mill with determination etched on his face. The weariness in his eyes hints at the heavy burden he carries at such a tender age. Lewis Hine's poignant photograph serves as both documentation and indictment of child labor practices prevalent during this era. By capturing individual stories like that of Johns Lewis, Hine aimed to raise awareness about the exploitation faced by countless children across America. The image transports us back to a time when childhood was stolen from many young boys and girls who were forced into grueling work instead of experiencing carefree play. It reminds us of the importance of fighting against injustice and advocating for children's rights. As we contemplate this haunting image, let it serve as a reminder that progress has been made but there is still much work to be done to ensure every child can enjoy their rightful place - one filled with education, opportunity, and hope.

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