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DEPUTY SHERIFF, 1939.
A deputy sheriff stationed at the paymasters window for migrant workers on a large hop farm in Josephine County, near Grants Pass, Oregon. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, August 1939
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1939 August Authority Badge Deputy Dorothea Eyeglass Eyeglasses Farm Great Depression Guard Josephine Lange Migrant Worker New Deal Northwest Oregon Police Poor Rural Sheriff Summer Window Working Class Paymaster
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This photograph captures a moment in time during the Great Depression era. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in August 1939, it showcases a deputy sheriff stationed at the paymasters window on a large hop farm in Josephine County, near Grants Pass, Oregon. The deputy sheriff stands tall and proud, donning his authoritative uniform complete with a badge and hat. His eyeglasses reflect the early morning light as he diligently carries out his duty of overseeing the payment process for migrant workers. This image serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles faced by working-class individuals during this challenging period in American history. Lange's lens beautifully portrays the resilience of those who toiled on farms like this one, highlighting their determination to make ends meet amidst economic hardship. The starkness of the portrait emphasizes not only the man's role as an authority figure but also his connection to rural America. As part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) under President Roosevelt's New Deal program, Lange captured images that aimed to raise awareness about poverty and inequality across America. Through her lens, she immortalized moments like this one that shed light on both individual stories and broader societal issues. This print from Granger Art on Demand is more than just an artistic piece; it is a historical document that invites viewers to reflect upon our nation's past while recognizing its impact on our present reality.
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