ARKANSAS: REFUGEES, 1937. A family of flood refugees and their salvaged household

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ARKANSAS: REFUGEES, 1937. A family of flood refugees and their salvaged household

ARKANSAS: REFUGEES, 1937.
A family of flood refugees and their salvaged household goods at the camp at Forrest City, Arkansas, after the Ohio River flood. Photograph by Edwin Locke, February 1937

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1937 Arkansas Camp Edwin Family February Flood Forrest City Great Depression Locke New Deal Ohio River Poverty Red Cross Refugee Tent Southeast

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ARKANSAS: REFUGEES, 1937. A Glimpse into the Lives of Resilient Flood Victims". This poignant photograph captures a family of flood refugees amidst the aftermath of devastation caused by the Ohio River flood in February 1937. Taken by photographer Edwin Locke, it offers a window into their lives at the camp in Forrest City, Arkansas. In this image, we see a determined family standing outside their salvaged household goods. Their faces reflect both weariness and hope as they navigate through one of America's darkest periods - the Great Depression. Men and women alike stand united against adversity, embodying strength in unity. The makeshift tent behind them serves as their temporary shelter provided by organizations like the Red Cross during these trying times. The exterior may appear humble but hides within it an interior filled with love and resilience that cannot be washed away by any floodwaters. This photograph is not just about poverty or despair; it symbolizes human spirit triumphing over tragedy. It reminds us that even in our darkest moments, there is always room for compassion and support from fellow Americans who rallied together under President Roosevelt's New Deal initiatives. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, let us remember those who faced unimaginable challenges during this era while finding solace within each other's embrace. May their story inspire us to appreciate our own blessings and extend a helping hand to those facing hardships today.

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