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LABOR MEETING, 1930s. A labor organizer, lower right, at a community center meeting, 1930s
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LABOR MEETING, 1930s. A labor organizer, lower right, at a community center meeting, 1930s
LABOR MEETING, 1930s.
A labor organizer, lower right, at a community center meeting, 1930s. Photograph by Lewis W. Hine for the National Research Project of the Works Progress Administration
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1930 1930s Activist Black Center Hine Labor Leader Labor Movement Lewis Meeting Wickes Working Class
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This powerful photograph captures a labor meeting in the 1930s, showcasing the determination and resilience of the working class during a time of great struggle. In the center of the frame stands a labor organizer, his presence commanding attention as he addresses a diverse group gathered at a community center. The room is filled with men from different backgrounds, united by their shared goal of advocating for workers' rights. Photographed by Lewis W. Hine for the National Research Project of the Works Progress Administration, this image serves as an important historical document that sheds light on early activism within African American communities. The labor leader's position in the lower right corner symbolizes his role as both guide and catalyst for change. The atmosphere captured in this photo is one of solidarity and hope amidst adversity. Each face tells its own story - stories of hardship, perseverance, and dreams for a better future. It serves as a reminder that even in times when progress seems distant or uncertain, collective action can bring about meaningful change. Lewis W. Hine's masterful composition allows us to witness this pivotal moment in America's labor movement history while emphasizing the strength found within unity among workers striving towards justice and equality.
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