1939 Sharecropper in Sweet Potato Patch North Carolina

A sharecropper works diligently in a sweet potato patch in Person County, North Carolina, during July 1939. The image features two barns on a nearby hill, including a new log barn. Sweet potatoes were a staple crop in the South, playing a crucial role in local economies and diets during this era. The practice of sharecropping was widespread, providing a means of livelihood for many families in rural areas.

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