Migrant farmer and union member who led the Flying Squadron, which attempted to picket large corporate cotton fields with automobile caravans in Kern County, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 1938

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Migrant farmer and union member who led the Flying Squadron, which attempted to picket large corporate cotton fields with automobile caravans in Kern County, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 1938

COTTON STRIKER, 1938.
Migrant farmer and union member who led the Flying Squadron, which attempted to picket large corporate cotton fields with automobile caravans in Kern County, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 1938

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1938 California Cotton Dorothea Farmer Great Depression Lange Leader Migrant Migrant Worker New Deal Poor Sign Strike Striker Union Working Class Flying Squadron Kern County

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This powerful photograph captures the resilience and determination of a migrant farmer and union member during the Great Depression era in California. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1938, the image showcases a man who led the Flying Squadron, an organized group that aimed to protest against large corporate cotton fields through automobile caravans. The subject of this portrait stands proudly, wearing a worn hat that shields his face from the scorching sun. His weathered features tell stories of hardship and struggle, yet there is an undeniable strength emanating from his gaze. In one hand, he holds a sign bearing messages of solidarity with fellow workers fighting for their rights. Lange's composition perfectly encapsulates both the individuality and collective spirit of this leader within the working class movement. The stark contrast between his figure and the vast open landscape behind him emphasizes not only his isolation but also highlights the magnitude of their cause. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how ordinary people banded together to challenge oppressive systems during times of economic crisis. It represents hope amidst adversity, as these brave individuals fought for fair wages, improved working conditions, and better lives for themselves and their families. Dorothea Lange's work continues to be celebrated today for its ability to capture raw human emotion while shedding light on important social issues. This particular print serves as a testament to her talent in documenting history through evocative imagery.

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