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Schoolboys reading books in an outdoor classroom for migrant children at Skyline Farms, near Scottsboro, Alabama. Photograph by Carl Mydans, June 1936
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Schoolboys reading books in an outdoor classroom for migrant children at Skyline Farms, near Scottsboro, Alabama. Photograph by Carl Mydans, June 1936
ALABAMA: SCHOOL, 1936.
Schoolboys reading books in an outdoor classroom for migrant children at Skyline Farms, near Scottsboro, Alabama. Photograph by Carl Mydans, June 1936
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1936 Adolescent Alabama Barefoot Carl Chair Children Classroom Education Elementary School Great Depression June Learning Lesson Literacy Migrant Mydans New Deal Poor Reading Rural Schoolboy Stump Summer Trunk Working Class Young Southeast
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This photograph, taken by Carl Mydans in June 1936, transports us back to a time when education was a privilege not easily accessible for all. In the heart of rural Alabama, at Skyline Farms near Scottsboro, we witness a group of young schoolboys engrossed in their books within an outdoor classroom. These children are part of the migrant community who faced immense hardships during the Great Depression. Despite their barefoot appearance and humble surroundings, these boys exude determination and thirst for knowledge. Seated on makeshift chairs made from tree stumps and trunks, they eagerly absorb every word written on those pages. This image captures the essence of early education efforts during that era – where literacy was seen as a pathway out of poverty. The setting itself speaks volumes about the challenges faced by these working-class families. The open-air classroom symbolizes resourcefulness amidst limited resources while also providing an opportunity for learning under nature's canopy. Carl Mydans' lens beautifully encapsulates both hope and resilience within this snapshot frozen in time. It serves as a reminder that even in times of adversity, education remains invaluable – empowering individuals to transcend circumstances beyond their control. As we reflect upon this poignant moment from history, let us acknowledge the significance of initiatives like Skyline Farms which aimed to uplift marginalized communities through education during one of America's most challenging periods - The Great Depression.
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