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Ex-tenant farmer from Texas, came to work in the fruit... Coachella Valley, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Ex-tenant farmer from Texas, came to work in the fruit... Coachella Valley, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Ex-tenant farmer from Texas, came to work in the fruit and vegetable harvests. Coachella Valley, California
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This evocative photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937, captures the somber reality of an ex-tenant farmer from Texas as he arrived to work in the fruit and vegetable harvests of the Coachella Valley in California during the Great Depression. The image is a poignant representation of the mass displacement and forced migration that occurred during this period of economic hardship in America. The man, dressed in worn denim work clothes and a faded hat, stands beside an old automobile, his luggage piled high in the back seat. His expression is weary and resigned, yet determined as he embarks on his journey to find work and provide for his family. The image captures the stark contrast between the harsh realities of the Great Depression and the promise of opportunity that drew many to California. The photograph is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring legacy of the agricultural industry in America. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this moment with a sensitivity and empathy that continues to resonate with audiences today. The image is a powerful reminder of the past and the importance of recognizing the struggles and sacrifices of those who came before us.
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