MIGRANT FARMERS, 1940. Group of migrants from Florida on their way to Cranberry

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MIGRANT FARMERS, 1940. Group of migrants from Florida on their way to Cranberry

MIGRANT FARMERS, 1940.
Group of migrants from Florida on their way to Cranberry, New Jersey, to pick potatoes. Photograph by Jack Delano, July 1940

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1940 Black Delano Dress Family Farmer Great Depression Jack July Luggage Migrant Worker New Deal New Jersey Packing Picker Potato Poverty Straw Hat Working Class Unidentified

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. This photograph captured by Jack Delano in July 1940 tells the story of a group of migrant farmers from Florida embarking on a challenging journey to Cranberry, New Jersey. The image portrays the resilience and determination of these individuals during a time marked by poverty and the Great Depression. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see an African American family dressed modestly for their arduous voyage. The man wears a straw hat, symbolizing protection from the scorching sun as he carries their luggage onto an old car that will transport them northward. The woman stands beside him, her face etched with both weariness and hope for better opportunities. Their faces remain unidentified but represent countless families who left behind familiar homes in search of work as migrant workers. They were part of the New Deal program initiated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to alleviate economic hardships across America. As they set off on this uncertain path towards potato picking in New Jersey's fields, one can't help but admire their strength amidst adversity. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the working class's struggles during that era while also highlighting their unwavering spirit to provide for themselves and create a brighter future. The image is not just an artistic print; it encapsulates history—a testament to human resilience against all odds—and invites us to reflect upon our collective past while inspiring empathy towards those who have faced similar

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