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Dispossessed Arkansas farmers, Bakersfield, California, 1935. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Dispossessed Arkansas farmers, Bakersfield, California, 1935. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Dispossessed Arkansas farmers. These people are resettling themselves on the dump outside of Bakersfield, California
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In this poignant photograph taken by Dorothea Lange in 1935, a group of dispossessed farmers from Arkansas are seen resettling themselves on the outskirts of Bakersfield, California. The image captures the harsh realities of the Great Depression era, a time of widespread economic hardship and forced displacement in America. The makeshift houses, built from scraps of wood and other building materials, stand as testament to the desperate situation these people found themselves in. The photograph was taken during Lange's tenure with the Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency established to provide relief to rural communities affected by the Depression. Lange, a renowned photographer, documented the plight of the displaced farmers, capturing their resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The scene depicted in the photograph is reminiscent of Hoovervilles, makeshift settlements named after President Herbert Hoover, which sprung up during the Depression era as a result of mass displacement. The people in the photograph are seen constructing their homes from whatever materials they could find, demonstrating their resourcefulness and ingenuity. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the human spirit and the lengths people will go to in order to provide for themselves and their families during times of hardship. It is a snapshot of history that continues to resonate with audiences today, serving as a reminder of the importance of social safety nets and the need to address the root causes of poverty and displacement. Dorothea Lange's photograph is an invaluable addition to the Library of Congress collection, providing a visual record of a pivotal moment in American history. The image has been widely reproduced and is considered a seminal work in the history of documentary photography.
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