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TEXAS FAMILY, 1936. A Texas family on their way to the cotton fields of the Arkansas Delta
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TEXAS FAMILY, 1936. A Texas family on their way to the cotton fields of the Arkansas Delta
TEXAS FAMILY, 1936.
A Texas family on their way to the cotton fields of the Arkansas Delta. Photograph, August, 1936 by Dorothea Lange
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1936 Arkansas Automobile Baby Child Dorothea Family Farm Security Administration Field Great Depression Lange Migrant Worker Migration New Deal Okie Poverty Rural Southwest Texas Truck Working Class Southeast
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This photograph, titled "TEXAS FAMILY, 1936" captures a poignant moment in American history. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in August of that year, the image showcases a Texas family embarking on a journey to the cotton fields of the Arkansas Delta. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the struggles faced by working-class families during the Great Depression. Packed into an old truck, their faces reflect both determination and weariness as they set off for a new opportunity in search of work. The rugged exterior of their vehicle tells its own story - one of countless miles traveled and hardships endured. The composition beautifully portrays the unity within this family unit. A young girl clings tightly to her mother's side while cradling her baby sibling, symbolizing hope amidst adversity. This image serves as a reminder of the resilience exhibited by ordinary people during extraordinary times. Lange's skillful lens invites us to step back into history and empathize with those who experienced poverty firsthand. It is through photographs like these that we gain insight into not only individual stories but also broader social issues such as migration and rural poverty. "TEXAS FAMILY, 1936" stands as an enduring testament to both Lange's artistic prowess and her commitment to documenting human experiences during challenging periods in American history.
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