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MIGRANT WORKER CAMP, 1935. Mother and child using a wash basin in a rehabilitation
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MIGRANT WORKER CAMP, 1935. Mother and child using a wash basin in a rehabilitation
MIGRANT WORKER CAMP, 1935.
Mother and child using a wash basin in a rehabilitation camp for migrant workers and families in California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, March 1935
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1935 Basin Busy California Camp Child Cleaning Domestic Dorothea Firewood Great Depression Lange March Migrant Worker Migration Mother New Deal Okie Poverty Rural Slum Truck Washbin Washing Working Class Young
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This powerful photograph captures a poignant moment in the daily life of migrant workers during the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in March 1935, it depicts a mother and child using a wash basin in a rehabilitation camp for migrant workers and their families in California. In this image, we witness the resilience of these individuals as they navigate through challenging circumstances. The worn-out exterior of the camp serves as a backdrop to their struggle for survival. The mother, with her tired eyes and weathered hands, diligently cleanses her child's face with care and tenderness. Despite their difficult living conditions, she ensures that even amidst poverty and uncertainty, cleanliness is not compromised. The presence of toys scattered nearby hints at moments of fleeting joy within an otherwise harsh reality. A toy truck lies abandoned on the ground while the child clings onto another cherished plaything - symbols of innocence amid hardship. Lange's lens captures not only this intimate scene but also sheds light on larger socio-economic issues prevalent during that era. This photograph stands as a testament to both human strength and vulnerability – reminding us of the struggles faced by working-class families who were forced to migrate seeking employment opportunities during one of America's most challenging times. As we reflect upon this image from our past, let us remember those who endured such hardships while striving for better lives – an enduring reminder that compassion can thrive even under dire circumstances.
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