Children Playing in Water Gutter Chicago April 1941

Children play in water accumulated in a gutter on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois. In April 1941, this scene captures daily life in an urban environment. The Federal Surplus Relief Corporation conducted investigations into living conditions during this era. Chicago’s South Side has a rich history of community and resilience.

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