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HINE: BREAKER BOYS, 1911. Four breaker boys working in #9 Breaker at the Hughestown Borough
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HINE: BREAKER BOYS, 1911. Four breaker boys working in #9 Breaker at the Hughestown Borough
HINE: BREAKER BOYS, 1911.
Four breaker boys working in #9 Breaker at the Hughestown Borough, Pennsylvania Coal Company, Pittston, Pennsylvania. Photograph by Lewis Hine, January 1911
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1911 Breaker Child Labor Children Coal Coat Hine Industry January Lewis Mine Miner Pennsylvania Poor South Pittston Wickes Working Class
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This powerful photograph, taken by Lewis Hine in January 1911, captures the harsh reality of child labor in early 20th century America. Titled "HINE: BREAKER BOYS, 1911" the image showcases four young breaker boys diligently working at #9 Breaker in Hughestown Borough, Pennsylvania Coal Company. Dressed in worn-out coats and caps to protect themselves from the coal dust that fills the air, these children epitomize the struggles faced by those born into poverty during this era. Their somber expressions reflect a maturity beyond their years as they toil away in dangerous conditions within the coal mine. Hine's photograph serves as a poignant reminder of an industry built on exploitation and hardship. The sepia-toned print adds a sense of nostalgia while emphasizing the gravity of their situation. These young workers were part of a larger working class that fueled North America's industrial growth but often paid a heavy price for it. As we look at this image today, it is crucial to acknowledge how far society has come since then in terms of labor rights and protections for children. This photo stands as a testament to both our progress and our duty to ensure that no child faces such circumstances again.
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