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El Monte federal subsistence homesteads, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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El Monte federal subsistence homesteads, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
El Monte federal subsistence homesteads. One hundred homes, all occupied, each with three quarters of an acre land. Average family income, eight hundred dollars per annum
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This photograph, titled "El Monte federal subsistence homesteads," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936. The image depicts one hundred homes in El Monte, California, all occupied, each with three quarters of an acre of land. During the Great Depression, the Federal Government established subsistence homesteads to provide relief to rural families struggling to make ends meet. The average family income in these communities was only eight hundred dollars per annum. The houses in this photograph exude a rustic charm, with their timber frames and simple designs. They are nestled amidst the rolling hills and farmland, giving the impression of a self-sufficient community. The homes were part of the Farm Security Administration's (FSA) efforts to provide temporary relief and stability to rural families during the Depression. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work for the FSA and the Office of War Information (OWI). Her photograph offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of rural Americans during a time of economic hardship. The image has since become a powerful symbol of the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The photograph is a nitrate negative and is part of the Dorothea Lange Collection in the Library of Congress. The image has been widely reproduced and is considered an iconic representation of the Great Depression era in America. Lange's work continues to inspire and influence photographers and historians alike, offering valuable insights into a pivotal moment in American history.
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