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SEGREGATED SCHOOL, 1941. An African American singing class in a rural one room schoolhouse
SEGREGATED SCHOOL, 1941.
An African American singing class in a rural one room schoolhouse, Greene County, Georgia. Photograph by Jack Delano, October 1941
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Media ID 13213811
1941 Academic Black Children Class Delano Desk Dress Education Georgia Great Depression Greene County Jack Jim Crow Necktie New Deal October One Room School House Poor Schoolboy Schoolgirl Schoolhouse Schoolteacher Segregation Sing Singing Working Class Young Schoolroom Southeast
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18cm (9.6" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph takes us back to a significant moment in American history - a segregated school in 1941. In the heart of rural Greene County, Georgia, an African American singing class is captured within the walls of a humble one-room schoolhouse. The image, skillfully captured by photographer Jack Delano in October 1941, offers a glimpse into the realities faced by African American children during this era. The scene depicts young boys and girls dressed modestly, their faces filled with determination and hope despite the challenges they undoubtedly encountered daily. Sitting at wooden desks arranged neatly in rows, these eager students are led by a dedicated woman who serves as their teacher. Their surroundings may be meager, but their thirst for knowledge shines through. This photograph not only showcases the resilience of these young minds but also sheds light on the harsh conditions imposed upon them due to Jim Crow laws and segregation policies that were prevalent at that time. It stands as a testament to both the strength of African American communities striving for education amidst adversity and also highlights how far our society has come since then. As we reflect upon this powerful image from our past, it serves as a reminder of the importance of equal access to education for all individuals regardless of race or background.
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