The lynching of W. C. or R. C. Williams, his body hanging from oak tree, lower body covered with kitchen apron, blood streaming down legs suggests castration, onlookers include white men and young children.

October 15, 1938, Ruston, Louisiana.

Gelatin silver print. Press photo. 9 x 6"

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