Thinning cotton seadlings in St Vincent early 1900s

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Thinning cotton seadlings in St Vincent early 1900s

Thinning cotton seadlings in St Vincent early 1900s Date: early 1900s

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Caribbean Cotton Grenadines Indies Plantation Thinning Vincent

EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print captures a scene from the early 1900s in St. Vincent, where workers are meticulously thinning out cotton seedlings on a plantation. The image provides a glimpse into the laborious process of cultivating cotton in the Caribbean during the British Empire era. The workers, dressed in traditional Victorian and Edwardian attire, can be seen carefully tending to the delicate seedlings under the warm West Indies sun. The lush greenery of the Grenadines serves as a picturesque backdrop to this historical moment frozen in time. The lantern slide quality of the photograph adds an air of nostalgia, transporting viewers back to a bygone era when agriculture was at the heart of island life. It is evident that every detail has been captured with precision and care by The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection. As we reflect on this snapshot of history, we are reminded of the resilience and hard work that went into sustaining plantations like these. This image serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of those who labored in fields across St. Vincent and other parts of the Caribbean, shaping its cultural and economic landscape for generations to come.

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