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MIGRANT HOUSING, 1936. Children playing in front of housing for migrant cotton
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MIGRANT HOUSING, 1936. Children playing in front of housing for migrant cotton
MIGRANT HOUSING, 1936.
Children playing in front of housing for migrant cotton workers near Corcoran, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, November 1936
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1936 California Children Cotton Dorothea Great Depression Housing Lange Migrant Worker New Deal November Picker Playing Poverty Rural Shack Slum Trash Wooden Working Class Young
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This photograph, titled "Migrant Housing, 1936" captures a poignant moment in American history. In the foreground, a group of children can be seen playing joyfully in front of their humble housing quarters. These wooden shacks served as homes for migrant cotton workers near Corcoran, California during the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in November 1936, this image offers a glimpse into the daily lives of these young individuals growing up amidst poverty and hardship. Their innocence shines through as they find solace and happiness even in challenging circumstances. The dilapidated buildings stand as symbols of the working class struggle during that era. The stark contrast between the worn-out structures and the vibrant energy exuded by these children is both striking and thought-provoking. Lange's lens captured not only their resilience but also shed light on societal issues such as rural poverty and slum conditions prevalent at that time. This photograph serves as a reminder of how economic hardships affected families across America during this period. As we reflect upon this powerful image from our past, it prompts us to appreciate the progress made since then while acknowledging that there is still work to be done to ensure equal opportunities for all members of society today.
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