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Unemployed Man Sells Apples
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Unemployed Man Sells Apples
Washington, D.C.: 1930. Congressman Fred Hartley Jr. of New Jersey buys an apple from one of the unemployed apple vendors in Washington
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1920s 1930 1930s 40 45 Years 45 50 Years 50 55 Years Apples B And W Caucasian Appearance Daytime Depression Depression Era Effort Monochromatic Monochrome Poor Poverty Unemployed Unemployment Vendors Washington Dc Capitol Building Fruit Stand
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In this poignant photograph captured in Washington, D. C. during the 1930s, we witness the harsh realities of the Great Depression. The image portrays an unemployed man selling apples on a street corner, desperately trying to make ends meet amidst widespread poverty and economic despair. Congressman Fred Hartley Jr. , representing New Jersey, is seen engaging with one of these destitute apple vendors. With compassion etched on his face, he reaches out to purchase an apple from the struggling vendor. This encounter serves as a powerful reminder of the deep impact that unemployment had on ordinary Americans during this tumultuous era. The Capitol Building looms in the background, serving as a stark contrast to the hardships faced by those living in its shadow. Bushel baskets filled with apples line the fruit stand, symbolizing both effort and hope for better days ahead. This vintage photograph captures a moment frozen in time - a testament to human resilience amidst adversity. It offers us a glimpse into history and reminds us of our shared responsibility to address issues such as poverty and unemployment that continue to plague societies today. Underwood Archives' monochromatic masterpiece evokes empathy while shedding light on an important chapter in North American history: one marked by struggle but also by acts of kindness like Congressman Hartley's small gesture towards alleviating suffering during uncertain times.
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