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Hoe culture in the South, Mississippi, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Hoe culture in the South, Mississippi, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Hoe culture in the South. Mississippi
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This evocative photograph, titled "Hoe Culture in the South. Mississippi," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936 during the Great Depression. The image portrays a determined African American woman, identified as Lee Russell, hoeing in a cornfield amidst the rolling hills of Mississippi. The scene is a poignant representation of the harsh realities of farm labor during this period, with the woman's weathered face and worn clothing reflecting the economic hardships faced by many rural communities. Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency tasked with providing relief to rural communities affected by the Depression. The photograph is a testament to the resilience and perseverance of farmers and agricultural workers, who labored tirelessly to eke out a living from the fertile yet unforgiving land. The image of Lee Russell hoeing in the cornfield is a powerful reminder of the importance of agriculture in the American South and the crucial role that farm laborers played in the region's economy. The photograph is also a significant historical artifact, offering a glimpse into the past and shedding light on the heritage and traditions that continue to shape the rural South. This image, held in the Library of Congress, is a nitrate negative, a photographic process that was widely used in the early to mid-20th century. The negative, which captures the full tonal range of the scene, has been preserved for future generations to appreciate and learn from. The photograph's enduring impact is a testament to Lange's skill as a photographer and her commitment to documenting the human condition during a pivotal moment in American history.
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