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CALIFORNIA: MIGRANT CAMP. A migrant farm workers camp in Kern County, California
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CALIFORNIA: MIGRANT CAMP. A migrant farm workers camp in Kern County, California
CALIFORNIA: MIGRANT CAMP.
A migrant farm workers camp in Kern County, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 1936
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1936 Antler California Camp Clothesline Domestic Dorothea Farmer Great Depression Home Lange Migrant Migrant Worker New Deal Poverty Tent Working Class Kern County
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of life in a migrant farm workers camp during the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936, this image transports us to Kern County, California, where a group of hardworking individuals struggled to make ends meet. In this snapshot of history, we see rows of tents forming a makeshift community amidst barren surroundings. A clothesline stretches across the foreground, displaying worn-out garments that tell stories of long days spent laboring under the scorching sun. The absence of luxury is evident; instead, what remains is an undeniable sense of resilience and determination. Lange's lens focuses on one particular tent at the center, drawing our attention to its inhabitants. These migrant workers represent countless others who sought refuge here from economic hardship and poverty. Their faces reveal both weariness and hope as they navigate through uncertain times. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder not only of the struggles faced by these individuals but also their contributions to shaping America's agricultural landscape during this era. It stands as a testament to their strength and perseverance in the face of adversity. As we gaze upon this historical artifact captured nearly a century ago, let us reflect on how far we have come while acknowledging that there is still work to be done in ensuring fair treatment for all members of society – regardless of their background or circumstances.
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