Girl tending spinning machine, C 1900

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Girl tending spinning machine, C 1900

Girl tending a spinning machine, c1900. At this date it was estimated that up to 1, 752, 000 children under sixteen worked in USA factories. In the Southern cotton mills one quarter of the hands were children like the one pictured here

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American Culture Automatic Boys Childhood Control Effort Exploitation Factory Four People Girls Industry Manufacture Manufacturing Mid Adult Men Weaving Working Manufacturing Equipment Spinning Wheel

EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures a haunting glimpse into the past, depicting a young girl diligently tending to a spinning machine in the early 1900s. The image serves as a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by countless children during this era. Shockingly, it was estimated that over 1,752,000 children under sixteen years old were employed in factories across the United States at that time. In particular, Southern cotton mills relied heavily on child labor, with one quarter of their workforce consisting of children like the one pictured here. Standing amidst rows of manufacturing equipment, this brave young girl represents both the tireless effort and exploitation endured by these innocent souls. The photograph's horizontal composition emphasizes not only her role within the industry but also highlights how she is just one small part of a larger system controlled by adults. As we reflect upon this piece of history, it becomes evident that childhood was sacrificed for profit and progress. Through this poignant image captured by Universal Images Group (UIG), we are reminded of our responsibility to protect and cherish every child's right to an education and carefree upbringing. It serves as a somber testament to how far society has come since then while urging us never to forget those who suffered before us.

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