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Two families of migrants from Missouri looking for work in the pea fields, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Two families of migrants from Missouri looking for work in the pea fields, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Two families of migrants from Missouri looking for work in the pea fields. California
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This evocative photograph, titled "Two Families of Migrants from Missouri Looking for Work in the Pea Fields, California, 1936," is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced by displaced families during the Great Depression in America. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), the image captures the desperate search for employment in the agricultural industry. The photograph features two families huddled together, their worn faces etched with worry and exhaustion. The adults, dressed in tattered clothing, hold their children close, their expressions a mix of determination and despair. In the background, an old car sits abandoned, a symbol of their former life now left behind. The scene unfolds in the vast expanse of a California pea field, with the sun casting long shadows over the workers and the earth. The families, originally from Missouri, are among the countless displaced individuals who traveled west in search of work during the Great Depression. The agricultural industry, which had once provided employment opportunities, now offered only meager wages and uncertain futures. The photograph is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, as well as a stark reminder of the economic hardships faced by many Americans during this period. Dorothea Lange's powerful image continues to resonate with viewers today, serving as a reminder of the importance of empathy, compassion, and the need for a safety net during times of economic turmoil.
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