Child Labor

Child Labor

Image Information and Source

https://www.loc.gov/item/97519062/

Summary

Photograph shows half-length portrait of two girls wearing banners with slogan "ABOLISH CH[ILD] SLAVERY!!" in English and Yiddish, one carrying American flag; spectators stand nearby. Probably taken during May 1, 1909 labor parade in New York City.

Articles for additional information

http://www.history.com/topics/labor/videos/the-fight-to-end-child-labor

http://www.history.com/topics/child-labor