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Housing for Mexican field laborers, Brawley, Imperial Valley, California, 1935. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Housing for Mexican field laborers, Brawley, Imperial Valley, California, 1935. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Housing for Mexican field laborers. Brawley, Imperial Valley, California
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This evocative photograph, titled "Housing for Mexican Field Laborers, Brawley, Imperial Valley, California," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the 1930s during the Great Depression. The image offers a stark portrayal of the living conditions endured by Mexican farm laborers in the United States at the time. The scene depicts a row of dilapidated houses, with makeshift porches and shacks, constructed from timber and other available materials. The houses, which appear to be haphazardly arranged, are situated in an outdoor setting, with no discernible infrastructure or modern conveniences in sight. The photograph was taken as part of the Farm Security Administration's (FSA) efforts to document the plight of rural Americans during the Great Depression. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image using a nitrate negative, which adds to the image's historical significance. The image is now held in the Library of Congress, a testament to the enduring importance of Lange's work in documenting the social and economic realities of the time. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the harsh living conditions faced by Mexican field laborers during the Great Depression and the ongoing struggle for equitable housing and living standards for all.
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