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PEA PICKERS, 1939. Migrant pea pickers on a farm near Calipatria, California
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PEA PICKERS, 1939. Migrant pea pickers on a farm near Calipatria, California
PEA PICKERS, 1939.
Migrant pea pickers on a farm near Calipatria, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, February 1939
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1939 Basket California Calipatria Crop Dorothea Farm Farming February Field Great Depression Harvest Imperial Valley Lange Migrant Worker New Deal Picker Poor Rural Working Class
PEA PICKERS, 1939 - A Glimpse into the Struggles of Migrant Workers during the Great Depression
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This powerful photograph captures a poignant moment in American history. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in February 1939, it depicts a group of migrant pea pickers toiling away on a farm near Calipatria, California. The image showcases the harsh reality faced by these hardworking men and women as they navigate through the depths of poverty and economic despair. In this snapshot, we see both men and women laboring side by side in the vast field under an unforgiving sun. Their tired faces tell stories of long days spent harvesting crops to make ends meet. Each worker carries a basket filled with freshly picked peas, symbolizing their tireless efforts to secure sustenance for themselves and their families. Lange's photograph is not merely an artistic masterpiece; it serves as a visual testament to the impact of government initiatives like the New Deal during this tumultuous period. By capturing scenes from rural America, she shed light on the plight of working-class individuals striving for survival amidst adversity. As we gaze upon this historic print today, let us remember those who endured unimaginable hardships during one of our nation's darkest times. May it serve as a reminder that resilience can be found even in moments when hope seems scarce – just like these migrant workers who persevered against all odds.
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