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CHILDREN AT A PUMP
Two children fetch water from a pump - note the ingenious use of a hoop Date: late 19th century
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Community Fetch Hoop Ingenious Note Pump Pumps Supply
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This evocative late 19th century photograph captures the daily routine of two children as they fetch water from a community pump. The simple yet ingenious use of a hoop to carry multiple buckets at once is a testament to the resourcefulness and resilience of communities during this era. The children's focused expressions and their determined posture convey the importance of this essential task in providing water for their families and household needs. The pump, a symbol of progress and modernization during this time, stands as a beacon of hope and necessity in the midst of a seemingly ordinary scene. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the simple yet profound ways in which communities came together to meet their basic needs. This image is a poignant reminder of the universal human experience of water as a source of life and the enduring strength of community bonds.
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