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SHARECROPPER, 1938. Former sharecropper, now a Farm Security Administration client
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SHARECROPPER, 1938. Former sharecropper, now a Farm Security Administration client
SHARECROPPER, 1938.
Former sharecropper, now a Farm Security Administration client at a southeast Missouri farm. Photograph by Russell Lee, 1938
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1938 Farm Security Administration Farmer Great Depression Missouri Poor Poverty Rural Russell Sharecropper Shirt Suspenders Unidentified
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SHARECROPPER, 1938 - A Glimpse into the Resilience of Rural America during the Great Depression
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. This photograph, taken by Russell Lee in 1938, offers a poignant portrayal of a former sharecropper turned Farm Security Administration (FSA) client on a southeast Missouri farm. The image captures the essence of an era marked by economic hardship and rural poverty. In this portrait, we see a middle-aged man wearing a simple shirt and suspenders, his weathered face reflecting years of toil under the scorching sun. His eyes convey both weariness and determination as he gazes directly at the camera. It is evident that life has not been easy for him. The FSA played a crucial role during the Great Depression by providing assistance to struggling farmers like this unidentified man. Through programs aimed at improving living conditions and promoting sustainable agriculture practices, they sought to alleviate poverty in rural communities across America. This powerful print from Granger Art on Demand serves as a reminder of the resilience exhibited by individuals who faced immense challenges during one of our nation's darkest times. It invites us to reflect upon their struggles while acknowledging their unwavering spirit. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, let us remember those who fought against adversity with unyielding determination – ordinary people whose stories have shaped our collective history.
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