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Destitute family, American River camp, Sacramento, California. 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Destitute family, American River camp, Sacramento, California. 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Destitute family. American River camp, Sacramento, California
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This poignant photograph, titled "Destitute family, American River camp, Sacramento, California" by Dorothea Lange, captures the stark reality of displacement and hardship during the Great Depression in the United States. Taken in 1936, the image depicts a desperate family huddled around a meager fire, their possessions scattered about in the dusty, makeshift camp along the American River. The family, consisting of adults and children, appears to be homeless and destitute, likely displaced from their homes due to economic hardships. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the human cost of the Great Depression, a time when millions of Americans were forced to leave their homes and communities in search of work and food. The family's meager belongings, including a domestic appliance and a few pieces of firewood, are all they have to sustain themselves in this harsh environment. The photograph was taken during Lange's tenure with the Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency that aimed to provide relief to rural areas affected by the Depression. The image is a powerful testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, as well as a reminder of the importance of social safety nets during times of economic hardship. Today, the photograph is held in the Library of Congress, a national treasure that preserves the history and heritage of the United States.
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