Turpentine Worker in Georgia July 1937

In July 1937, a turpentine worker in Georgia engages in the labor-intensive process of harvesting pine resin. This image is part of the Farm Security Administration and Office of War Information collection, which documents the economic conditions of the era. The turpentine industry played a crucial role in Georgias agricultural economy, providing materials for various products. Understanding this aspect of labor history reveals insights into the states economic practices during the 1930s.

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