Tobacco Preparation in Person County North Carolina 1939

In July 1939, wood is stacked for firing tobacco in Person County, North Carolina. This image documents the labor-intensive processes of tobacco production vital to the local economy. It reflects agricultural practices of the late 1930s and is part of the FSA/OWI Collection, showcasing rural farming techniques in the United States.

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