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DROUGHT REFUGEES, 1937. A family, fleeing the drought in the southwest, stalled
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DROUGHT REFUGEES, 1937. A family, fleeing the drought in the southwest, stalled
DROUGHT REFUGEES, 1937.
A family, fleeing the drought in the southwest, stalled in the desert on their way to California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 1937
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1930 1930s 1937 Automobile Desert Dorothea Drought Dust Bowl Family Journey Lange Migrant Migration New Deal Poor Refugee Road Roadside Southwest Stall Working Class
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DROUGHT REFUGEES, 1937 - A Glimpse into the Struggles of a Desperate Family
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. This poignant photograph captures the harsh reality faced by countless families during the devastating drought that plagued America in 1937. In their desperate bid to escape the arid conditions of the southwest, a weary family finds themselves stranded in the unforgiving desert on their way to California. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, this image serves as a powerful testament to both human resilience and vulnerability. The worn-out faces of these migrants reflect exhaustion and uncertainty, mirroring the hardships endured by thousands during this era. The dilapidated automobile parked beside them stands as a symbol of hopelessness amidst an uncertain journey towards an unknown future. It is a stark reminder of how even basic necessities become luxuries when one is forced to leave everything behind in search of survival. Lange's composition skillfully captures not only the physical toll but also conveys emotional turmoil through her lens. This photograph became part of Lange's larger body of work commissioned under President Roosevelt's New Deal program, known as Farm Security Administration (FSA), which aimed to document and raise awareness about poverty-stricken communities across America. As we gaze upon this haunting image today, it serves as a somber reminder that history has witnessed its fair share of struggles and displacement caused by natural disasters. It urges us to remember those who have suffered before us while inspiring empathy for those facing similar challenges today
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