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COTTON PICKER, 1935. An African American cotton worker calculates the weight of
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COTTON PICKER, 1935. An African American cotton worker calculates the weight of
COTTON PICKER, 1935.
An African American cotton worker calculates the weight of cotton in a notebook, Little Rock, Arkansas. Photograph by Ben Shahn in October 1935
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1935 Arkansas Black Calculation Cotton Denim Farming Great Depression Harvest Little Rock Migrant Worker New Deal Notebook October Overalls Picker Poor Shahn Weight Wheel Working Class Writing Southeast
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This photograph, titled "COTTON PICKER, 1935" captures a poignant moment in American history. In the image, an African American cotton worker can be seen diligently calculating the weight of cotton in a worn-out notebook. The photograph was taken by Ben Shahn in October 1935, during the Great Depression era. The setting is Little Rock, Arkansas, where this hardworking man toils away as a migrant worker amidst vast fields of cotton. Dressed in denim overalls and wearing a cap to shield himself from the scorching sun, he represents the resilience and strength of African Americans who played an integral role in shaping America's agricultural landscape. As part of President Roosevelt's New Deal program aimed at revitalizing the nation's economy, this laborious task was crucial for both survival and progress during these challenging times. The wheelbarrow beside him suggests that he has been tirelessly picking cotton throughout the day. Shahn's photograph beautifully encapsulates not only the physical labor but also highlights how this individual meticulously records his calculations—a testament to his determination and attention to detail despite living under impoverished conditions. This powerful image serves as a reminder of our shared history and honors those who worked tirelessly within America's working class communities. It stands as a tribute to their unwavering spirit during one of our nation's most trying periods—the Great Depression.
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