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Cotton hoer, Coahoma County, Mississippi, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Cotton hoer, Coahoma County, Mississippi, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Cotton hoer. Coahoma County, Mississippi
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This evocative photograph, titled "Cotton Hoer, Coahoma County, Mississippi," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937 during the Great Depression. The image depicts a weary African American man, identified as Lee Russell, taking a break from the grueling work of hoing cotton in the fertile yet unforgiving soil of Coahoma County, Mississippi. The sun-scorched fields stretch out before him, a testament to the long hours and backbreaking labor that defined the lives of farm workers during this era. Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this moment as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), an agency established to provide relief to rural communities affected by the economic downturn. The FSA's Office of War Information later acquired Lange's collection, preserving it as an important historical record of the time. The photograph poignantly conveys the harsh realities of agricultural labor during the Great Depression, revealing the exploitation and poverty that many farm workers faced. The man's worn clothing, creased brow, and the tools at his side all speak to the physical and emotional toll of the work. Yet, despite the hardships, his resilience and determination shine through, offering a glimpse into the human spirit that persevered through adversity. This image stands as a powerful reminder of the past, inviting us to reflect on the history of agricultural labor and the lives of those who have worked the land. It is a poignant testament to the enduring human spirit and the importance of documenting the stories of those who have shaped our collective heritage.
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