Mexican and Filipino Workers Thinning Sugar Beets 1939

Mexican and Filipino workers thin sugar beets in a Monterey County field in April 1939. This image documents agricultural labor associated with the Spreckels sugar factory, showcasing the contributions of diverse laborers to Californias economy. Immigrant workers played a crucial role in the sugar industry during the 1930s and 1940s.

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