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Housing for rapidly growing fringe of lettuce workers on edge of town, Salinas, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Housing for rapidly growing fringe of lettuce workers on edge of town, Salinas, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Housing for rapidly growing fringe of lettuce workers on edge of town. There houses are built by the occupants, most of them recent migrants from the Southwest. (Subject of BAE) Frequently tents and trailers are on the same lots where houses are under construction. Salinas, California. [Sign: $25.00 Down £ 5.00 month - 6% - For Sale - About 1/2 Acre Lots - $250.00 and up - owner, A.G. Elkington 134 Willow St. Salinas ]
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This powerful photograph captured by Dorothea Lange in 1939 showcases the living conditions of lettuce workers on the outskirts of Salinas, California. The image depicts a rapidly growing fringe community where houses are being constructed by the occupants themselves, most of whom were recent migrants from the Southwest. In this snapshot of history, we see a stark contrast between tents and trailers coexisting with homes under construction. A weathered billboard stands tall in the background, advertising affordable land for sale at $25.00 down and £5.00 per month - an opportunity that beckons to those seeking stability amidst economic hardship. Lange's lens exposes not only the physical landscape but also sheds light on the social and economic realities of Depression-era America. As part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), she documented life during this tumultuous period, capturing images that would later become iconic symbols of resilience and struggle. The photograph serves as a reminder that even in times of great adversity, individuals strive to create homes for themselves and their families. It reflects both the determination to build a better future and highlights how access to affordable housing was crucial for these marginalized communities. Dorothea Lange's legacy lives on through her ability to capture humanity's strength amidst challenging circumstances. Her photographs continue to inspire conversations about social justice, inequality, and our shared responsibility towards one another.
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