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Filipino boys cutting cauliflower (gang labor) near Santa Maria, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Filipino boys cutting cauliflower (gang labor) near Santa Maria, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Filipino boys cutting cauliflower (gang labor) near Santa Maria, California
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This evocative photograph, titled "Filipino boys cutting cauliflower (gang labor) near Santa Maria, California," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the 1930s during the Great Depression. The image provides a poignant glimpse into the lives of Filipino farm laborers, who, like many other immigrant groups, were drawn to the agricultural fields of California in search of work. The photograph depicts a group of young Filipino boys, dressed in tattered clothing, intently focused on their task of cutting cauliflower in a sun-drenched field. Their expressions range from intense concentration to moments of respite, as they take brief breaks from their labor. The boys work in a gang, a common practice during this era, where large groups of laborers were hired to work together in the fields, often under harsh conditions. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the economic realities of the time and the role that immigration played in shaping the agricultural industry in America. It also highlights the resilience and determination of these young boys, who, despite the challenges they faced, continued to work in order to provide for themselves and their families. Taken with a nitrate negative, this image is a valuable historical artifact, preserving a moment in time that speaks to the rich heritage and experiences of Filipino immigrants in the United States. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her extensive body of work documenting the human condition during the Great Depression. The photograph is now part of the permanent collection at the Library of Congress, a testament to its historical significance and enduring impact.
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