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DROUGHT, 1934. Dust clouds over Lamar, Colorado, during the height of the great drought of 1934
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DROUGHT, 1934. Dust clouds over Lamar, Colorado, during the height of the great drought of 1934
DROUGHT, 1934.
Dust clouds over Lamar, Colorado, during the height of the great drought of 1934
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1934 Adversity Cloud Colorado Dorothea Drought Dust Dust Bowl Farm Security Administration Great Depression Lamar Lang New Deal Storm
DROUGHT, 1934 - A Haunting Reminder of Desolation and Resilience in Lamar, Colorado
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This powerful black-and-white photograph captures the devastating impact of the great drought that plagued America during the height of the Great Depression in 1934. The image showcases a scene from Lamar, Colorado, where ominous dust clouds engulfed the landscape, symbolizing both nature's wrath and human struggle. The photographer behind this poignant snapshot is Dorothea Lang, known for her remarkable documentation of American life during this era. As part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA), Lang aimed to shed light on the hardships faced by farmers and their families as they battled against adversity. In this particular frame, we witness a moment frozen in time when hope seemed distant. The swirling dust clouds dominate the sky above Lamar, casting an eerie shadow over everything below. Yet amidst this desolation lies an unyielding spirit - resilient individuals who refused to be defeated by Mother Nature's fury. This photograph serves as a testament to both human perseverance and governmental intervention through President Roosevelt's New Deal policies. It reminds us how communities came together during these challenging times to support one another and rebuild shattered lives. As we reflect upon "DROUGHT, 1934" let it serve as a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is always strength within us to overcome adversity and emerge stronger than before.
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