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VIRGINIA: MIGRANT WORKERS. Barbed-wire enclosed barracks for migrant workers at
VIRGINIA: MIGRANT WORKERS.
Barbed-wire enclosed barracks for migrant workers at the Webster Canning Company, Cheriton, Virginia. Photographed by Jack Delano, July 1940
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1940 Barbed Wire Barracks Black Cannery Canning Company Delano Fence Great Depression Housing Jack July Migrant Worker New Deal Poor Shadow Telephone Pole Tree Virginia Webster Wire Working Class Southeast
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of migrant workers in Virginia during the Great Depression. Taken by photographer Jack Delano in July 1940, it showcases a barbed-wire enclosed barracks at the Webster Canning Company in Cheriton, Virginia. The image portrays a scene of poverty and struggle, as African American workers are seen residing within these cramped living quarters. The dilapidated exterior of the barracks is accentuated by the presence of a tall telephone pole and a solitary tree casting shadows on its walls. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the working class's plight during this era. These individuals were part of an essential workforce that played a crucial role in canning companies like Webster Canning. Despite their contribution to society, they were subjected to substandard housing conditions and limited opportunities for advancement. Delano's composition highlights not only the physical barriers imposed by barbed wire but also symbolizes societal divisions prevalent at that time. It sheds light on systemic inequalities faced by African Americans who often bore the brunt of economic hardships. As we reflect upon this historical image, it is important to acknowledge how far we have come while recognizing that there is still work to be done towards achieving equality and justice for all members of our society.
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