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Dusting cauliflower plants near Santa Maria, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Dusting cauliflower plants near Santa Maria, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Dusting cauliflower plants near Santa Maria, California
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This evocative photograph, titled "Dusting Cauliflower Plants near Santa Maria, California," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the 1930s. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of agricultural workers during the Great Depression, a time when economic hardship forced many to seek employment in the fields. The photograph depicts a male farm laborer, dressed in worn clothing, carefully dusting cauliflower plants with a fine powder, likely an insecticide or other pesticide. The scene takes place in the sun-drenched countryside of California, with the vast expanse of farmland stretching out behind him. The man's focused expression and the meticulous nature of his work convey a sense of determination and resilience in the face of adversity. This photograph is a testament to the hardships and challenges faced by farmers and farmworkers during this period. It also highlights the importance of agriculture in the American economy and the role it played in providing sustenance for the nation during a time of great need. The image is a valuable historical record, preserved in the National Archives and Records Administration through the Farm Security Administration, and later the Office of War Information. Dorothea Lange, born Dorothea Margaretta Nutzhorn, was a pioneering photographer known for her documentation of the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. Her work, which includes this iconic image, continues to inspire and inform our understanding of this pivotal period in American history.
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