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Commissary of the Gold Dust Plantation near Clarksdale, Mississippi, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Commissary of the Gold Dust Plantation near Clarksdale, Mississippi, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Commissary of the Gold Dust Plantation near Clarksdale, Mississippi
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This evocative photograph, titled "Commissary of the Gold Dust Plantation near Clarksdale, Mississippi," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the rural, agricultural heartland of the United States during the Great Depression. The dilapidated commissary building, with its peeling paint, damaged roof, and overgrown surroundings, stands as a testament to the economic hardships of the era. The Gold Dust Plantation, located in the countryside of Mississippi, was likely abandoned due to the devastating effects of the Depression on farming communities. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and the Office of War Information (OWI). Her powerful and evocative images of the time continue to resonate with audiences, offering a poignant record of a bygone era in American history. The image's rustic, rural setting, with its wooden exterior and timber frame, adds to the sense of abandonment and decay. The commissary, once a vital hub of activity for the plantation community, now stands as a reminder of the challenges faced during the Depression and the enduring resilience of the American spirit.
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