COTTON CHECKER, 1935. An African American cotton worker calculates the weight of

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COTTON CHECKER, 1935. An African American cotton worker calculates the weight of

COTTON CHECKER, 1935.
An African American cotton worker calculates the weight of the cotton picked in a notebook, Pulaski County, Arkansas. Photograph by Ben Shahn in October 1935

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1935 Arkansas Black Calculation Cotton County Farming Field Great Depression Harvest Migrant Worker New Deal Notebook October Picker Profile Pulaski Shahn Working Class Writing Southeast Unidentified

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In this powerful photograph titled "Cotton Checker, 1935" we are transported back to a time of great struggle and resilience. The image captures an African American cotton worker in Pulaski County, Arkansas during the height of the Great Depression. With determination etched on his face, he meticulously calculates the weight of the cotton he has picked using a notebook. Photographed by Ben Shahn in October 1935 as part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) project, this snapshot offers us a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by migrant workers during that era. The man's profile stands out against the vast expanse of an exterior field where countless hours were spent toiling under grueling conditions. This image symbolizes not only hard work but also represents hope for a better future. As part of President Roosevelt's New Deal initiatives, which aimed to alleviate poverty and stimulate economic recovery, these laborers played a crucial role in rebuilding America. The unidentified worker depicted here embodies strength and perseverance despite facing immense challenges as an African American working class individual. His presence serves as a reminder of their significant contributions to our nation's history. Through this photograph, we are reminded that behind every statistic lies real people with dreams and aspirations who worked tirelessly to survive during one of America's darkest times.

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