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MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1939. Children playing in nursery school at a camp for migrant workers
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MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1939. Children playing in nursery school at a camp for migrant workers
MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1939.
Children playing in nursery school at a camp for migrant workers, Tulare County, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, May 1939
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1939 Adolescent Ball California Camp Children Denim Dorothea Farm Great Depression Lange Migrant Worker New Deal Overalls Playing Poverty Rural School Schoolyard Working Class Young Nursery School
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This photograph captures a moment of innocence amidst the harsh realities of the Great Depression. Taken in May 1939 by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, it showcases migrant children playing joyfully in a nursery school at a camp for migrant workers in Tulare County, California. The image portrays the resilience and spirit of these young boys and girls who were born into poverty-stricken families during one of America's most challenging times. Clad in denim overalls, their youthful energy is palpable as they engage in an animated game with a ball. Lange's lens not only freezes this fleeting moment but also serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles faced by working-class families during that era. The Farm Security Administration (FSA) commissioned Lange to document the plight of rural communities affected by economic hardship, making her photographs instrumental in raising awareness about social issues. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are transported back to an early morning at this camp where hope mingled with despair. These children represent both vulnerability and strength – symbols of determination against all odds. Their carefree play within the confines of their makeshift schoolyard offers us a glimpse into their world filled with dreams yet untarnished by adversity. This print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to reflect on our past while appreciating how far we have come since then. It reminds us that every child deserves access to education and opportunities regardless of their circumstances or background.
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