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SEATTLE: HOOVERVILLE, 1933. Shacks of the unemployed in a Hooverville shantytown on the waterfront in Seattle, Washington. Photographed in March 1933

SEATTLE: HOOVERVILLE, 1933. Shacks of the unemployed in a Hooverville shantytown on the waterfront in Seattle, Washington. Photographed in March 1933


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SEATTLE: HOOVERVILLE, 1933. Shacks of the unemployed in a Hooverville shantytown on the waterfront in Seattle, Washington. Photographed in March 1933

SEATTLE: HOOVERVILLE, 1933.
Shacks of the unemployed in a Hooverville shantytown on the waterfront in Seattle, Washington. Photographed in March 1933

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1933 Aerial View Cityscape Homeless Housing North West Pacific Northwest Seattle Shack Slum Unemployed Water Front Hooverville


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This print titled "SEATTLE: HOOVERVILLE, 1933" takes us back in time to the heart of the Great Depression. The image captures a poignant scene of shacks lining the waterfront in Seattle, Washington. These makeshift dwellings were home to the unemployed during this challenging era. Photographed in March 1933, this aerial view showcases an entire community living on the fringes of society. The dilapidated shantytown stands as a testament to both resilience and despair. Each shack tells a story of struggle and hardship faced by those who lost their jobs and homes during one of America's darkest times. The composition highlights the stark contrast between these humble structures and the cityscape beyond. It serves as a reminder that while life continued for many, there were countless others left behind, forced into poverty and homelessness. The image evokes empathy for those affected by economic downturns throughout history while shedding light on social issues still prevalent today. It is a powerful visual representation of human resilience amidst adversity. As part of Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, this photograph provides viewers with an opportunity to reflect upon our shared past and consider how far we have come in addressing societal challenges such as unemployment and housing insecurity.

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