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MIGRANT CHILD, 1939. Daughter of a migrant family clutching trailer connections

MIGRANT CHILD, 1939. Daughter of a migrant family clutching trailer connections


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MIGRANT CHILD, 1939. Daughter of a migrant family clutching trailer connections

MIGRANT CHILD, 1939.
Daughter of a migrant family clutching trailer connections, at Edinburg, Texas. Photograph by Russell Lee, February 1939

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1939 Barefoot Daughter Edinburgh Farm Security Administration Farmer February Garbage Great Depression Migrant Worker New Deal Playing Poverty Rural Russell Scrap Southwest Texas Trailer Wood Working Class Young


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Migrant Child, 1939 - A Glimpse into the Resilience of America's Working Class

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. This poignant photograph captures a young girl, barefoot and surrounded by poverty, yet exuding an undeniable strength. Taken in February 1939 by Russell Lee as part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) project during the Great Depression era, this image portrays a daughter of a migrant family clutching trailer connections at Edinburg, Texas. In her eyes lies the weight of her family's struggles and their relentless pursuit for a better life. The dilapidated exterior and scattered scraps around her serve as reminders of their impoverished circumstances. Despite it all, she finds solace in playing with these discarded materials - a testament to resilience amidst adversity. This snapshot embodies the spirit of countless families who traversed vast distances across Southwest America seeking employment opportunities during those challenging times. As part of President Roosevelt's New Deal initiatives, FSA aimed to document and raise awareness about rural poverty while providing aid to struggling farmers. Russell Lee masterfully captured not only the physical surroundings but also the emotional depth within this young girl's gaze. Her innocence juxtaposed against harsh realities symbolizes hope amid despair—a reminder that even in dire circumstances, dreams persist. Decades later, this photograph continues to resonate as a powerful depiction of American history—reminding us never to forget those who endured hardships while contributing tirelessly towards building our nation.

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