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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. A group of young workers at the Clyde Cotton Mill in Newton
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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. A group of young workers at the Clyde Cotton Mill in Newton
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908.
A group of young workers at the Clyde Cotton Mill in Newton, North Carolina. Photograph by Lewis Hine, December 1908
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1908 Adolescent Child Labor Children Cotton Factory Hine Industry Lewis Machinery Newton North Carolina Overalls Poverty Teenager Textile Mill Thread Wickes Young Southeast
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This poignant photograph captures a group of young workers at the Clyde Cotton Mill in Newton, North Carolina, taken by Lewis Hine in December 1908. The image showcases the harsh reality of child labor during the turn of the century in America's textile industry. In this sepia-toned portrait, we see a group of adolescents standing together inside the mill. Dressed in worn-out overalls and caps, their faces reflect both innocence and weariness beyond their years. These children were forced to abandon their childhoods to work long hours amidst loud machinery and dusty conditions. Hine's powerful composition draws attention to each individual worker while also emphasizing their collective struggle against poverty. Their presence within this industrial setting serves as a stark reminder of the exploitation that plagued many young lives during this era. The photographer's lens captures not only these young workers but also sheds light on an entire generation robbed of education and carefree days. This photograph stands as a testament to Lewis Hine's tireless efforts to expose child labor practices across America through his documentation. As we gaze upon this haunting image, it is impossible not to feel empathy for these forgotten souls who endured such hardships at such tender ages. It serves as a solemn reminder that progress often comes at great cost – one paid by those who should have been playing outside instead of working tirelessly within these factory walls.
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