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Children working in the spinning room at Cornell Mill, Fall River, Massachusetts
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Children working in the spinning room at Cornell Mill, Fall River, Massachusetts
XOS1273748 Children working in the spinning room at Cornell Mill, Fall River, Massachusetts, 1912 (b/w photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lewis Hine was an investigative photographer for the National Child Labor Committee who documented from 1908-1912 the working conditions and exploitation of children in all types of industries. ); American, out of copyright
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This powerful print captures a haunting scene from the past, revealing the harsh realities of child labor in early 20th century America. Taken by Lewis Wickes Hine in 1912 at Cornell Mill in Fall River, Massachusetts, it depicts children diligently working in the spinning room. Hine, an investigative photographer for the National Child Labor Committee, dedicated his career to exposing the exploitation and working conditions faced by young workers across various industries. In this image, we witness boys and girls immersed in their laborious tasks within a textile factory. The solemn expressions on their faces reflect both their youthfulness and the burdens they carry as workers. Surrounding them are towering machinery and cotton fibers that serve as constant reminders of their challenging environment. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the poverty-stricken lives these children endured during an era when child labor was prevalent. It also highlights the urgent need for reform to protect vulnerable members of society from such exploitation. Preserved within a private collection but now out of copyright restrictions, this image continues to be a testament to Hine's dedication towards social justice through photography. By capturing these heart-wrenching moments with precision and compassion, he shed light on societal issues that demanded attention then – just as they do today.
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