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MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1936. African American children sitting on porch of a migrant
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MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1936. African American children sitting on porch of a migrant
MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1936.
African American children sitting on porch of a migrant workers farmhouse in the Mississippi Delta region. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, July 1936
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1936 Black Children Delta Denim Dorothea Farm Farm Security Administration Farmer Farmhouse Great Depression July Lange Migrant Worker Mississippi New Deal Overalls Porch Poverty Rural Summer Working Class Southeast
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This powerful photograph captures the essence of a difficult era in American history. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in July 1936, it depicts African American children sitting on the porch of a migrant worker's farmhouse in the poverty-stricken Mississippi Delta region. The image showcases the harsh realities faced by these young individuals during the Great Depression. Their expressions reveal a mix of innocence and resilience, as they navigate through challenging circumstances that were all too common for families living in rural areas at that time. Wearing worn-out denim overalls and caps, these children represent the working class struggling to make ends meet. The backdrop of an old farmhouse emphasizes their connection to agriculture and farming, which was often their only means of survival. Lange's photograph is part of her extensive documentation commissioned by the Farm Security Administration (FSA) under President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal program. Through her lens, she aimed to shed light on social issues and advocate for change. As we reflect upon this poignant image today, it serves as a reminder not only of past hardships but also of our ongoing responsibility to address inequality and uplift marginalized communities. It stands as a testament to both human strength and vulnerability amidst adversity—a timeless portrayal captured within one frame.
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