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DUST BOWL, 1936. Farm machinery buried by sand after a dust storm in Cimarron County, Oklahoma
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DUST BOWL, 1936. Farm machinery buried by sand after a dust storm in Cimarron County, Oklahoma
DUST BOWL, 1936.
Farm machinery buried by sand after a dust storm in Cimarron County, Oklahoma. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, April 1936
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1936 April Arthur Cimarron County Drought Dust Bowl Dust Storm Equipment Erosion Farm Tool Farmhouse Great Depression Machinery New Deal Oklahoma Plow Rothstein Rural Sand Southwest
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This photograph takes us back to the heart-wrenching era of the Dust Bowl in 1936. The image showcases a scene of devastation as farm machinery lies buried under heaps of sand, remnants of a fierce dust storm that swept through Cimarron County, Oklahoma. Photographed by Arthur Rothstein in April 1936, this powerful image captures the harsh reality faced by farmers during this time. The Great Depression had already brought economic hardships, but now they were also battling drought and erosion caused by severe dust storms. The farmhouse stands stoically in the background, its weathered walls serving as a testament to resilience amidst adversity. This photo serves as a reminder of how these rural communities struggled to survive and rebuild their lives during one of America's darkest periods. Rothstein's lens skillfully captures not only the physical destruction but also the emotional toll inflicted on those living in these affected areas. It is an evocative portrayal that speaks volumes about human perseverance and determination. As we gaze upon this print from Granger Art on Demand, we are transported back to that early spring day in 1936 when nature unleashed its fury upon Cimarron County. Let it serve as a poignant reminder of our ability to overcome even the harshest challenges life throws at us.
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