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HINE: CANNERY, 1911. Men, women, and young children at work in the Gorenflo Canning
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HINE: CANNERY, 1911. Men, women, and young children at work in the Gorenflo Canning
HINE: CANNERY, 1911.
Men, women, and young children at work in the Gorenflo Canning Company in Biloxi, Mississippi. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1911
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1911 Cannery Canning Child Labor Company Factory Hine Industry Labor Lewis Mississippi Photo Wickes Working Class Young Southeast
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of early 20th-century industrial America. Taken in 1911 by Lewis Hine, it depicts a scene inside the Gorenflo Canning Company in Biloxi, Mississippi. The image showcases men, women, and young children toiling away in this bustling cannery. The sepia-toned print evokes a sense of nostalgia while also serving as a reminder of the difficult conditions faced by workers during that era. The composition highlights the diversity within the workforce - individuals from different backgrounds coming together for their livelihoods. In this snapshot of history, we witness both genders engaged in labor-intensive tasks side by side. Young children are also present, emphasizing the prevalence of child labor at that time. Their innocent faces juxtaposed with their grueling work serve as a poignant symbol of exploitation. Hine's lens captures not only the physicality but also the emotional toll on these workers' faces. It is an unflinching documentation of life within an industry where profit often took precedence over worker welfare. As we reflect upon this photograph today, it serves as a stark reminder of how far society has come in terms of labor rights and workplace safety regulations. It stands as a testament to those who fought tirelessly for better working conditions and fair treatment for all employees across industries.
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