Scotts Run, West Virginia. Chaplin Hill - This scene is typical of many camps
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Scotts Run, West Virginia. Chaplin Hill - This scene is typical of many camps
Scotts Run, West Virginia. Chaplin Hill - This scene is typical of many camps built near the mine. In the background can be seen several of the government sanitary privies. These houses are multiple dwellings which accomodate several families. It is one of the few camps on Scotts Run which affords space for hogs and garden, 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform. US, USA
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1874 1936 1940 Americana Background Built Camera Camps Documentary Dwellings Families Garden Government Great Depression Hill Hine Houses Lewis Hine Lewis W Hine Lewis Wickes Hine Mine Photographer Reform Movements Scene Scotts Social Change Social Reform Tool Typical West Virginia Chaplin Hogs Sanitary These
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This print captures a glimpse into the harsh living conditions of Scotts Run, West Virginia during the Great Depression. Taken in 1936 by Lewis Hine, an American photographer known for his commitment to social reform, this image showcases Chaplin Hill, one of many camps built near the coal mine. In the foreground, we see a scene that was all too common in these camps - dilapidated houses serving as multiple dwellings for several families. These cramped accommodations were far from ideal but provided shelter for those struggling to make ends meet during this challenging period. As our gaze shifts towards the background, we notice several government sanitary privies. These facilities were essential in maintaining basic hygiene standards amidst dire circumstances. It is interesting to note that Chaplin Hill stood out among other camps on Scotts Run due to its unique feature - space designated for hogs and gardens. This small respite allowed families to supplement their meager diets with fresh produce and livestock. Lewis Hine's camera served as a powerful tool for shedding light on societal issues and advocating for change. Through his documentary-style photography, he aimed to raise awareness about poverty and inequality across America. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the hardships endured by countless individuals during one of America's darkest periods. It stands as a testament to both human resilience and the power of visual storytelling in driving social reform movements forward.
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