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MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1939. Impovished migrant workers children in Belle Glade, Florida
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MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1939. Impovished migrant workers children in Belle Glade, Florida
MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1939.
Impovished migrant workers children in Belle Glade, Florida. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, February 1939
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1939 Baby Children Cute Denim Dirty Farm Security Administration February Florida Great Depression Migrant Worker New Deal Overalls Photo Poverty Rural Slum Working Class Young Southeast Unidentified
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This photograph, titled "MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1939" captures the harsh reality faced by impoverished migrant workers' children in Belle Glade, Florida. Taken by the talented photographer Dorothea Lange in February 1939, this image serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles endured during the Great Depression. In this poignant portrait, we see a young boy standing outside an unkempt building. Despite his circumstances, there is an undeniable innocence and charm radiating from his cute face. The boy's worn denim overalls and dirty appearance speak volumes about his life as a member of the working class. Lange's composition skillfully highlights both the individuality of this child and the broader issue of poverty that plagued rural areas like Belle Glade during this era. The stark contrast between the boy's youthful spirit and his surroundings creates a sense of empathy within viewers. This photograph was taken under the Farm Security Administration (FSA), which aimed to document living conditions across America while providing support to struggling farmers through President Roosevelt's New Deal policies. By capturing these images, Lange shed light on social issues that were often overlooked or ignored. "MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1939" is not just a photo print; it represents an important chapter in American history where resilience triumphed over adversity. It serves as a reminder that even amidst hardship, hope can be found in unexpected places.
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