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OKLAHOMA: DUST BOWL, 1936. Livestock at a watering hole next to a windmill that
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OKLAHOMA: DUST BOWL, 1936. Livestock at a watering hole next to a windmill that
OKLAHOMA: DUST BOWL, 1936.
Livestock at a watering hole next to a windmill that is almost completely covered by shifting topsoil from a dust storm in Cimarron County, Oklahoma. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, April 1936
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1936 April Arthur Cattle Cimarron County Drinking Drought Dust Dust Bowl Farm Farming Great Depression Livestock New Deal Oklahoma Rothstein Rural Southwest Technology Wind Driven Windmill Water Hole
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This photo print, titled "OKLAHOMA: DUST BOWL, 1936" takes us back to a time of great hardship and resilience. The image captures a poignant scene in Cimarron County, Oklahoma during the devastating Dust Bowl era. In the foreground, we see a group of livestock gathered around a watering hole next to a windmill that is almost entirely engulfed by shifting topsoil from a recent dust storm. Photographed by Arthur Rothstein in April 1936 as part of his work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), this image encapsulates the harsh realities faced by farmers during the Great Depression. The wind-driven technology of the windmill stands as an emblem of hope amidst despair, symbolizing man's attempt to harness nature's resources even in times of adversity. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of both human perseverance and environmental devastation. It speaks volumes about the impact of drought and farming practices on rural communities in America's southwest region during this tumultuous period. Through its stark composition and haunting beauty, it transports us back to an early chapter in our nation's history when survival depended on innovation and sheer determination. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from Granger Art on Demand's collection, let us reflect upon our past mistakes while also appreciating how far we have come since then. May it inspire us to protect our environment today so that future generations do not face such dire circumstances again.
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