An insightful collection of eight original snapshots capturing African American rural life, likely in the early 20th century. The photographs showcase various scenes on a farm, including an African American family engaged in daily activities such as caring for livestock, using wagons, and tending to their surroundings. Notable are a few interactions with white individuals, providing a nuanced depiction of life and relationships during this era.
Each photograph offers a rich visual narrative, from images of women and children to the rustic farm environment, complete with log cabins, oxen-drawn carts, and washing lines hung with laundry. The collection serves as an invaluable historical record of African American resilience, community, and labor in the rural South.
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