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OKLAHOMA: DUST STORM, 1936. A farmer removing drifts of soil that block the highways near Guymon
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OKLAHOMA: DUST STORM, 1936. A farmer removing drifts of soil that block the highways near Guymon
OKLAHOMA: DUST STORM, 1936.
A farmer removing drifts of soil that block the highways near Guymon, Oklahoma. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, March 1936
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1936 Arthur Drought Dust Bowl Dust Storm Erosion Farmer Great Depression Highway Horsedrawn March Oklahoma Overalls Plow Plowing Rothstein Working
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of life during the Dust Bowl era in Oklahoma. Taken by Arthur Rothstein in March 1936, it showcases a determined farmer working tirelessly to remove drifts of soil that have blocked the highways near Guymon. The image depicts a man wearing worn-out overalls, his face covered with dust as he plows through the massive mounds of earth using a horse-drawn plow. The intensity on his face reflects not only the physical labor involved but also the resilience and determination required to survive amidst such challenging circumstances. The devastating effects of drought, erosion, and dust storms caused widespread hardship during this period known as the Great Depression. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of those difficult times when farmers like him had to battle against nature's wrath just to keep their livelihoods intact. Arthur Rothstein's composition beautifully captures both the vastness of these dust storms and their impact on human lives. It is an important historical document that sheds light on one aspect of American history often overlooked - how ordinary people fought against adversity with unwavering strength and perseverance. This print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to reflect upon our past while appreciating how far we've come since then. It serves as a testament to human resilience and reminds us never to take for granted our ability to overcome challenges and build better futures for ourselves.
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