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Farm Security Administration (FSA) tenant purchase client's herd, near Manteca, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Farm Security Administration (FSA) tenant purchase client's herd, near Manteca, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Near Manteca, California. Farm Security Administration (FSA) tenant purchase client's herd
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This evocative photograph, captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1938 near Manteca, California, presents a poignant scene from the Farm Security Administration (FSA) era. The image showcases a tenant purchase client's herd, gathered at the entrance of their farm, with a simple fence and gate serving as the only boundary between them and the open countryside. Amidst the backdrop of the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl, this scene represents the resilience and determination of rural farmers during a time of economic hardship. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this moment with her unerring ability to convey the human spirit and the raw realities of rural life. The photograph is part of the Farm Security Administration collection, an initiative established by the U.S. government to provide relief to farmers and rural communities affected by the Great Depression. The herd of cattle, with their curious gazes, seem to reflect the uncertainty and hope of their human counterparts. The image, held in the Library of Congress, is a testament to the enduring legacy of the FSA and the importance of documenting the American experience during times of crisis. This powerful photograph, with its timeless composition and hauntingly beautiful imagery, continues to resonate with viewers and serve as a reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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