[Literacy classes, c.1940], 1940
Scope and Contents
Showing an adult reading and writing class being held in the open air beneath the shade of a tree. The typewritten caption on the reverse reads 'The ignorance of the people is one of the obstacles to be overcome in the resettlement scheme. An experiment in mass literacy has therefore been undertaken. In this picture grown-ups are seen being taught to read and write'.
Dates
- Creation: 1940
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Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Good condition.
Former / Other Reference
DW.2147
General
SG.
Finding aid date
2003-10-24 11:39:56+00:00
Geographic
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