GEORGIA: SCHOOL BUS, 1941. Home of a school bus driver and former tenant farmer

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GEORGIA: SCHOOL BUS, 1941. Home of a school bus driver and former tenant farmer

GEORGIA: SCHOOL BUS, 1941.
Home of a school bus driver and former tenant farmer who was able to buy his house with the help of the Farm Security Administration, near Greensboro, Georgia. Photograph by Jack Delano, June 1941

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1941 Delano Farm Farm Security Administration Farmer Farmhouse Farming Georgia Great Depression Greensboro Home Jack June New Deal Rural Tenant School Bus Southeast

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken in 1941 by Jack Delano, transports us back to a time of resilience and hope amidst the challenges of the Great Depression. The image showcases a school bus parked outside a modest farmhouse near Greensboro, Georgia. This humble abode was not only home to a dedicated school bus driver but also served as a testament to the transformative power of government assistance. The former tenant farmer who resided in this house had experienced firsthand the hardships faced by many during those trying times. However, with the aid of the Farm Security Administration (FSA), he was able to achieve what once seemed impossible – becoming a homeowner. The FSA's support allowed him to purchase this charming property, symbolizing progress and stability for his family. Delano's lens captures not just an ordinary scene but also conveys an entire era marked by resilience and determination. The composition beautifully juxtaposes rural simplicity with modernity represented by the school bus parked nearby—a vehicle that brought education closer to children living in remote areas. As we gaze upon this poignant snapshot from history, we are reminded of how collective efforts can uplift communities during challenging times. It serves as a timeless reminder that even amidst adversity, there is always room for growth and transformation when compassion meets opportunity.

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