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CALIFORNIA: MIGRANTS, 1935. Children of a family of drought refugees from Oklahoma
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CALIFORNIA: MIGRANTS, 1935. Children of a family of drought refugees from Oklahoma
CALIFORNIA: MIGRANTS, 1935.
Children of a family of drought refugees from Oklahoma, near Bakersfield, California. One of the girls has bone tuberculosis. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, June 1935
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1935 Bone California Cripple Crutch Crutches Daughter Dirt Road Disease Dorothea Drought Dust Bowl Family Farm Farmer Field Great Depression June Lange Migrant Worker New Deal Poverty Refugee Road Summer Truck Tuberculosis Working Class
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This powerful photograph captures a poignant moment in American history. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in June 1935, the image showcases the harsh realities faced by migrant families during the Great Depression. In this particular scene, we see children from a family of drought refugees hailing from Oklahoma. They stand on a dirt road near Bakersfield, California, their faces etched with resilience and determination despite their circumstances. One of the girls leans on crutches, her battle with bone tuberculosis evident. The image serves as a stark reminder of the devastating effects of both economic hardship and natural disasters that plagued America during this era. The Dust Bowl had forced many farming families to abandon their land in search of better opportunities out west. Lange's lens captures not only the physical toll poverty took on these individuals but also highlights their strength and unity as they navigate through adversity together. Their worn-out clothes and tired expressions speak volumes about their struggle for survival. This photograph is part of Lange's extensive documentation commissioned by the Farm Security Administration (FSA) under President Roosevelt's New Deal program. It aimed to raise awareness about rural poverty and advocate for social reforms. Decades later, this haunting image continues to serve as a testament to human resilience amidst challenging times while reminding us of our collective responsibility towards those facing hardships today.
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