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Exploring the Legacy of 'To Kill a Mockingbird': Images of the American South

This project delves into the profound societal themes woven into "To Kill a Mockingbird." Featuring historical images from Alabama, it captures the African American experience amidst Jim Crow segregation and the struggles of the Great Depression. Observations on rural life and the faith community reflect the complexities of identity and resilience. Through the lens of influential figures like Dorothea Lange and Jack Delano, the project underscores the socio-political statements embedded in these photographs, revealing the enduring legacy of race, hardship, and hope in America.

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Exploring the Legacy of 'To Kill a Mockingbird': Images of the American South

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  1. To Kill a Mockingbird History Project LaKiaBrayboy

  2. Part 1: small town Alabama • Farm Security Administration/ Office of War Information Black-and White Negatives • Created by: Jack Delano Published: May 1941

  3. Observations • This picture gives an political statement about Jesus • The background is in a rural area • It tells you if you want Jesus you need to read a particle book • First Observation: “The Light of The World” meaning that Jesus Christ is an eye opener

  4. Connection • “First Purchase African M.E. Church was in the Quarters outside the southern town limits, across the old sawmill tracks.

  5. Part 2: African American Experience

  6. Observations • The background is in a rural area • The African American are standing in front of an store • This photo basically tell others how the Negros handle themselves • How they wore their clothes

  7. Connection • The warm bittersweet of clean Negro welcomed us as we entered the churchyard- Hearts of Love hairdressing mingled with asafoetida, snuff, Hoyt’s cologne, Brown’s Mule, peppermint, and lilac talcum.”

  8. Part 3: Jim Crow Era

  9. Observations • This picture is directly to color people • Only color people can rent it/ no whites • It is arranged in a way where you can see it clear.

  10. Part 4: The Great Depression • Title: Picturing America: “Migrant Mother” • Creator: Dorothea Lange • Published: 1936

  11. Obsevations • This photo shows a hard time • It tells that this mother looks like she is struggling, also her kids • She looks stressed • In addition, she looks like she thinking on how might she make it • This time of period looks dull

  12. Connection • “He didn’t forget his lunch, he didn’t have any. He had none today nor would he have any tomorrow or the next day. He probably never seen three quarters together at the same time in his life.”

  13. MLA Format

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