MIGRANT WORKERS, 1935. A family of migrant farmers with their truck carrying all

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MIGRANT WORKERS, 1935. A family of migrant farmers with their truck carrying all

MIGRANT WORKERS, 1935.
A family of migrant farmers with their truck carrying all of their belongings, at San Joaquin Valley, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 22 February 1935

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1935 California Carrying Dorothea Family Farm Security Administration Farmer February Great Depression Homeless Lange Migrant Worker Migration New Deal Pick Up Truck Poor Poverty Road Rural San Joaquin Valley Truck Working Class Possession

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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of migrant workers during the Great Depression in America. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange on February 22,1935, it showcases a family of migrant farmers standing beside their pick-up truck loaded with all their belongings. The image was captured in San Joaquin Valley, California. The worn-out faces of the family members reflect the hardships they have endured as they navigate through poverty and homelessness. The father stands tall, his weathered hands gripping onto hope for a better future for his loved ones. Beside him is his wife, her eyes filled with determination despite the uncertainty that lies ahead. Their young son stands close to them, embodying both innocence and resilience amidst challenging circumstances. This poignant image serves as a reminder of the struggles faced by working-class families during this era. Lange's photograph not only documents history but also sheds light on the impact of government initiatives like the New Deal and Farm Security Administration (FSA) during this time period. It symbolizes migration, rural life, and economic hardship experienced by many Americans at that time. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, let us remember those who fought against adversity while carrying their possessions along desolate roads in search of work and stability.

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