Forced Labor (6 results)

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Four-page leaflet, printed on a single bifolium, approx. 8-1/2 X 11 inches. Delicate, graphic brochure drawing attention to the issue of forced labor in the U.S. in the aftermath of the war. Discreet pencil notation; tiny spot; folded, as for mailing, and a few minor wrinkles.

Unknown photographer, group of prison labor photographs, circa 1940s, documenting the use of incarcerated African American men in organized manual labor within the mid-twentieth-century United States penal system. The material documents the system of carceral labor through visual evidence of supervised work assignments, revealing how incarcerated individuals were deployed in coordinated outdoor and institutional labor under guard authority, and providing primary-source evidence for the study of racialized incarceration and labor exploitation in the Jim Crow era. The photographs show groups of African American men in striped prison uniforms working in open fields and institutional settings, demonstrating the continuation of coerced labor practices following the formal abolition of convict leasing, and situating the material within broader histories of prison labor, racial control, and state-supervised work regimes. Four silver gelatin photographs, measuring approximately 2.5 x 2 inches to 3.5 x 2.5 inches, depicting multiple scenes of prison labor. One image shows several men standing in a cleared field holding shovels beside a wheelbarrow, arranged in a manner suggesting coordinated land-clearing or agricultural preparation. Another photograph captures prisoners gathered near a partially constructed wooden structure, indicating their use in construction or maintenance work. Additional images present groups of men dispersed across open terrain engaged in labor under supervision, with spatial arrangement emphasizing oversight and organization. A penciled caption on the verso of one photograph reads "Prisoners washing clothes at prison," documenting assignment to domestic labor tasks in addition to fieldwork, and indicating the range of institutional duties performed by incarcerated individuals. These photographs provide direct visual evidence of mid-twentieth-century prison labor practices in which African American men were disproportionately represented and systematically assigned to physically demanding work under controlled conditions. The imagery aligns with documented continuities between earlier convict leasing systems and later forms of state-managed penal labor, in which incarceration functioned as a mechanism for labor extraction. The combination of agricultural, construction, and domestic labor scenes expands the evidentiary scope of the archive, demonstrating the breadth of work performed within prison systems. Light wear, minor surface marks, and slight edge wear; very good condition. A concise visual record supporting research into African American history, labor systems, and the operational structure of twentieth-century incarceration.

Chain gang labor photographs from the early twentieth century and mid twentieth century document the continuation of forced penal labor in the American South, a system that disproportionately targeted African American prisoners after the end of Reconstruction. Convict leasing and chain gang labor became central components of Southern penal systems during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, supplying labor for road building, agriculture, and industrial development. The photographs show prisoners working in chains under armed supervision, preserving visual evidence of a carceral labor regime that historians identify as a continuation of racialized forced labor following the abolition of slavery. These images record incarcerated workers performing manual construction labor while guards supervise the work crews, illustrating the physical conditions and surveillance structures that defined chain gang labor camps. Archive contains three original photographs including one silver gelatin print and two real photo postcards dating from the early 1900s through the 1950s. The larger silver gelatin photograph measures approximately 7.25 × 10 inches and shows African American prisoners wearing black and white striped uniforms with chains connecting their ankles and hands. Several prisoners push wheelbarrows while others drive stakes into the ground with axes, suggesting construction work possibly associated with transportation or road infrastructure. A white man operates a large tractor beside the work crew. One black and white real photo postcard bears the caption "Road Builders Grand Prize Automobile Course in Savannah Georgia," depicting chained prisoners digging with shovels while a mounted white guard observes from the background. The sepia toned real photo postcard, estimated circa 1910, shows another group of prisoners digging with shovels while an armed guard stands beside an early automobile holding a shotgun. Chain gang systems expanded rapidly across the American South in the late nineteenth century as state and county governments turned incarcerated labor into a major source of infrastructure development, particularly for road construction. In Georgia and neighboring states, prisoners were frequently chained together while performing heavy labor under armed supervision, a practice that drew national criticism by the early twentieth century yet continued in some regions into the mid twentieth century. The photographs preserve rare documentary views of these labor systems and the racial composition of many work crews, which were often overwhelmingly African American due to discriminatory policing and sentencing practices. Sizes range from approximately 3.5 × 5.25 inches to 7.25 × 10 inches. Light surface wear and minor age toning consistent with period photographic materials. Very good condition.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1931. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 248, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 248 248.