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STREET DANCE, 1938. Young couples slow dance in the street at the National Rice Festival
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STREET DANCE, 1938. Young couples slow dance in the street at the National Rice Festival
STREET DANCE, 1938.
Young couples slow dance in the street at the National Rice Festival, Crowley, Louisiana. Photograph by Russell Lee, October 1938
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1938 Carefree Children Couple Crowley Dance Dancing Festival Great Depression Louisiana New Deal October Recreation Rice Russell Young Southeast
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STREET DANCE, 1938 - A Glimpse into Carefree Youth during the Great Depression
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. This photograph captures a moment frozen in time - the year is 1938, and young couples are gracefully slow dancing in the streets of Crowley, Louisiana. The setting is the National Rice Festival, an event that brought joy and recreation to a nation grappling with the hardships of the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer Russell Lee in October 1938 as part of his work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), this image showcases not only the resilience of American youth but also their ability to find solace amidst challenging times. In this snapshot, carefree boys and girls can be seen twirling under streetlights while surrounded by a group of onlookers who revel in their joyful movements. The scene exudes an air of innocence and simplicity - it transports us back to an era where life was less complicated. It serves as a reminder that even during periods marked by economic struggle, people found ways to come together and celebrate life's simple pleasures. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from The Granger Collection's archives, we are reminded of both our shared history and our enduring human spirit. This photograph encapsulates not just a single moment but also represents hope for brighter days ahead – a testament to how art has always been able to capture moments that transcend time itself.
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