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MIGRANT WORKERS, 1935. Pea pickers from Vermont living at squatters camp and working
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MIGRANT WORKERS, 1935. Pea pickers from Vermont living at squatters camp and working
MIGRANT WORKERS, 1935.
Pea pickers from Vermont living at squatters camp and working on an automobile parked in front of a tent in a grove of eucalyptus trees at Nipomo, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, February 1935
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1935 Automobile California Camp Denim Dorothea Encampment Engine Farm Security Administration February Great Depression Grove Headlight Lange License Plate Migrant Worker New Deal Northeast Overalls Photo Picker Pipe Poverty Rural Smoking Squatter Tent Working Class Eucalyptus Nipomo
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of migrant workers during the Great Depression in 1935. The image shows a group of pea pickers from Vermont, living in a squatters camp in Nipomo, California. They are seen working on an automobile parked in front of their tent, surrounded by eucalyptus trees. The photographer, Dorothea Lange, was known for her compassionate portrayal of marginalized communities during this era. In this particular photo, she highlights the resilience and determination of these men who have left their homes to find work and escape poverty. The worn-out denim overalls worn by the workers symbolize their hard labor and humble existence. One man can be seen smoking a pipe while others focus intently on fixing the engine. Despite their difficult circumstances, there is a sense of camaraderie among them as they work together to make ends meet. Lange's photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by working-class Americans during one of the most challenging periods in American history. It also sheds light on the impact of government programs like the New Deal and Farm Security Administration (FSA) that aimed to provide relief for those affected by economic hardship. This print is not only a historical document but also an artistic representation that evokes empathy and understanding towards those who endured immense hardships during this time period.
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