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Filipinos cutting lettuce, Imperial Valley, CA, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Filipinos cutting lettuce, Imperial Valley, CA, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Filipinos cutting lettuce. Near Westmorland, Imperial Valley, California]
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This evocative photograph, titled "Filipinos cutting lettuce," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the Imperial Valley of California during the 1930s. The image portrays a group of Filipino farm laborers, bending over in unison as they meticulously cut lettuce in a sun-scorched field. The scene is a poignant reminder of the backbreaking labor that was a common reality for agricultural workers during the Great Depression. The photograph was taken near Westmorland, California, during a time when the United States was grappling with the economic hardships of the Great Depression. The Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency, was established to provide relief to farmers and rural communities affected by the crisis. Dorothea Lange, a staff photographer for the FSA, traveled extensively throughout the country documenting the lives of those most affected by the economic downturn. The photograph captures the essence of the agricultural lifestyle, with the workers toiling in the fields, their faces etched with concentration and determination. The crates in the background are filled with freshly harvested lettuce, waiting to be transported to market. The furrows in the foreground serve as a reminder of the endless rows of crops that needed to be tended to in order to put food on the table for families across the country. The image of Filipino farm laborers cutting lettuce is a powerful testament to the resilience and hard work of the agricultural community during a time of great economic hardship. It is a snapshot of history that continues to resonate with viewers today, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the importance of the labor that goes into putting food on our tables.
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