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IMMIGRANT LABOR, 1910. A group of Italian immigrant street construction workers
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IMMIGRANT LABOR, 1910. A group of Italian immigrant street construction workers
IMMIGRANT LABOR, 1910.
A group of Italian immigrant street construction workers beneath the Sixth Avenue elevated railway in New York City. Photographed by Lewis Hine, 1910
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1910 6th Avenue Construction Denim Elevated Hine Immigrant Journey Lewis Overalls Poor Shovel Suspenders Train Wickes Working Class
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IMMIGRANT LABOR, 1910 - A Glimpse into the Lives of Italian Street Construction Workers in New York City
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. This powerful photograph captures a group of Italian immigrant street construction workers toiling beneath the Sixth Avenue elevated railway in bustling New York City. Taken by Lewis Hine in 1910, this image offers a rare glimpse into the daily lives of these hardworking men during the turn of the century. Dressed in denim overalls, suspenders holding up their trousers, and donning hats to shield them from both sun and debris, these laborers epitomize the working class spirit that built America. Their worn-out faces bear witness to years of physical exertion as they wield shovels with determination and resilience. The presence of North American train cars passing overhead serves as a poignant reminder of their arduous journey across oceans to seek better opportunities on unfamiliar shores. These men left behind poverty-stricken lives in Italy for a chance at an improved future for themselves and their families. In this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era when manual labor was essential for urban development. It is through images like this that we gain insight into the immense contributions made by immigrants who shaped cities like New York into what they are today. Lewis Hine's photographic documentation not only immortalizes these immigrant workers but also sheds light on their struggles, triumphs, and unwavering work ethic. This print serves as a testament to their
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