Harvesting peanuts Arkansas USA early 1900s

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Harvesting peanuts Arkansas USA early 1900s

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Arkansas Crop Crops Farmer Farmers Harvesting Peanut Peanuts

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Step back in time with this image of Harvesting Peanuts in Arkansas, USA, during the early 1900s, as documented by The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph transports us to a simpler era, where the rhythm of rural life was dictated by the seasons and the land. The scene unfolds on a sun-kissed autumn day, with the golden fields of ripe peanuts stretching out before us. Farmers, dressed in their Victorian and Edwardian attire, are seen working diligently to gather in the bountiful harvest. Their faces are etched with determination and the knowledge that the success of their livelihood depends on their labor. The farmers use long poles with forks at the end to gently lift the peanut plants from the ground, taking care not to damage the precious nuts. The air is filled with the earthy aroma of the freshly harvested peanuts, mingling with the scent of woodsmoke from the nearby lantern, which illuminates the scene as the day begins to wane. The United States, specifically Arkansas, was a major producer of peanuts during this time, and the harvest season was a communal affair, with entire families and communities coming together to help bring in the crop. The image captures the spirit of unity and resilience that defined rural America during this era. This lantern slide, a relic from the past, offers a glimpse into the rich agricultural history of the United States and the dedication of the farmers who worked the land. It is a poignant reminder of the connection between the land, the people, and the crops that sustained them.

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