The Incredible Stories Behind 50+ Iconic Historical Photos
One Job, Please
Back in 1930, job hunting was a whole different ball game. Take this guy, for instance. He knew three trades, spoke three languages, fought for three years, had three kids, and had not worked for three months. His solution? A sign strapped to his back advertising his skills. Talk about putting yourself out there!
Today, job seekers have LinkedIn, online resumes, and job boards at their fingertips. But back then? You had to get creative, like this gentleman. His “proposal letter” is a testament to the lengths people would go to find work during the Great Depression.
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