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Inside of one-room shack of Rural Rehabilitation client, Tulare County, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Inside of one-room shack of Rural Rehabilitation client, Tulare County, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Inside of one-room shack of Rural Rehabilitation client. Tulare County, California
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This evocative photograph, titled "Inside of one-room shack of Rural Rehabilitation client, Tulare County, California," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the 1930s during the Great Depression. The image provides a poignant glimpse into the stark reality of rural poverty in the United States during this period. The photograph depicts the interior of a one-room shack, which served as a home for a Rural Rehabilitation Administration client in Tulare County, California. The room is sparsely furnished, with a worn-out chair in the foreground, a simple table, and a radio in the corner. The walls are adorned with a few personal items, including a calendar and a poster, suggesting that the occupant attempted to infuse some semblance of comfort and normalcy into their living space. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work with the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and the Office of War Information (OWI). Her photographs, like this one, provided a powerful visual record of the economic hardships faced by millions of Americans during the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of individuals and communities during times of hardship. It also serves as a testament to the importance of government programs, such as the Rural Rehabilitation Administration, in providing assistance to those in need during times of crisis.
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