Aragon Mill (Khan, 1970s)

"Aragon Mill" was written in the 1970s by Si Kahn, inspired by the closure of the actual textile mill in Aragon, Georgia, which had a profound impact on the local community. The mill's shutdown reflected a broader trend of deindustrialization and economic decline in many small American towns during the mid-20th century, as industries moved or modernized, leaving many workers unemployed. This historical context gave the song its emotional depth and resonance, capturing the struggles of workers and communities facing the loss of their primary economic foundations.