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Unemployed workers desperate for work during the Great Depression, Cleveland, Ohio, USA, 1931
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Unemployed workers desperate for work during the Great Depression, Cleveland, Ohio, USA, 1931
Unemployed workers desperate for work during the Great Depression, Cleveland, Ohio, USA, 1931. When George H Bowman Co advertised that it would take on 150 people for Christmas holiday jobs, applicants surged about the building on Euclid Avenue
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Cleveland Crisis Crowds Desperate Desperation Economy Employment Hardship Jobless Ohio Unemployed Historica Graphica Collection Recession
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This poignant photograph captures the desperate plight of unemployed workers during the Great Depression in Cleveland, Ohio, USA, in 1931. In a time of economic crisis and hardship, this image showcases the overwhelming desperation for employment that plagued countless individuals across the country. The scene unfolds on Euclid Avenue outside George H Bowman Co. , where a glimmer of hope emerged as they advertised 150 Christmas holiday jobs. The sheer magnitude of jobless individuals seeking work is evident as crowds surge around the building. This snapshot encapsulates both the physical and emotional toll that unemployment took on people's lives during this tumultuous period. The monochrome composition adds to its historical significance, transporting us back to an era defined by poverty and recession. Each face tells a story of struggle and resilience amidst dire circumstances. These men and women represent not just statistics but real people grappling with their own personal battles against destitution. As we reflect upon this powerful image from our past, it serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of labor rights and social safety nets. It also compels us to remain vigilant about protecting these hard-won advancements so that no one has to experience such desperation again.
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