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MIGRANT FAMILY, 1936. Drought refugees from Oklahoma camping by the roadside
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MIGRANT FAMILY, 1936. Drought refugees from Oklahoma camping by the roadside
MIGRANT FAMILY, 1936.
Drought refugees from Oklahoma camping by the roadside on their way to California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, February 1939
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1936 Baby Blanket Breast Feed California Camp Dorothea Drought Dust Bowl Encampment Family Farm Security Administration Farmer February Feed Great Depression Lange Migrant Worker Mother New Deal Okie Oklahoma Poverty Refugee Rest Rural Southwest Working Class
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of a migrant family during the Great Depression. Taken in 1936 by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, it showcases a destitute Oklahoma family seeking refuge from drought and poverty on their way to California. In the image, we see a weary mother sitting on the roadside, cradling her baby in her arms. The baby is wrapped snugly in a blanket as she breastfeeds him, providing comfort amidst their uncertain journey. The woman's tired eyes reflect both resilience and desperation as she navigates through this challenging time. Surrounded by meager belongings and makeshift camping equipment, this encampment serves as a temporary respite for the exhausted family. Dust-covered faces tell tales of hardship endured while working as migrant laborers in search of better opportunities out west. Lange's photograph is not just an artistic masterpiece but also serves as documentation of an era marked by economic devastation and human struggle. It sheds light on the impact of governmental programs like the New Deal and Farm Security Administration (FSA) that aimed to alleviate poverty during these trying times. As we gaze upon this poignant snapshot frozen in time, let us remember those who faced adversity with unwavering determination. Their story serves as a reminder of our shared history and inspires compassion towards those still facing similar challenges today.
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