Archie Love, Mill Worker, 14 Years Old, Chester, South Carolina, 1908 1908

"Archie Love, Mill Worker, 14 Years Old, Chester, South Carolina, 1908" is a powerful photo by Lewis Hine, taken in 1908. It depicts a young boy, Archie Love, a mill worker, captured in a candid moment, standing in front of a blurry background of a house and trees. Hine's work was intended to expose the harsh realities of child labor in the early 20th century, urging social reform. This black-and-white photograph uses natural light and a simple composition to draw attention to Archie's solemn expression and the physical toll of his work, serving as a poignant reminder of the past and the fight for children's rights.