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Irrigation ditch along the road, Imperial Valley, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Irrigation ditch along the road, Imperial Valley, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Irrigation ditch along the road. Imperial Valley, California
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This photograph, titled "Irrigation Ditch along the Road, Imperial Valley, California," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the 1930s. The image is a poignant depiction of the agricultural heartland of the United States during the Great Depression. The scene unfolds along a desolate road in Imperial Valley, California, where an irrigation ditch meanders through the arid landscape. Palm trees, a rare sight in this otherwise parched terrain, line the banks of the ditch, adding a touch of exoticism to the rustic setting. The photograph is a testament to the resilience of farmers during this economically challenging period. The use of irrigation technology was crucial for sustaining crops in the arid regions of the country, and the image underscores the importance of this farming method during the Great Depression. The photograph was taken during Lange's tenure with the Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency that aimed to provide relief to rural communities affected by the Depression. The image is a significant piece of American heritage art, capturing the essence of rural life during a critical period in the nation's history. The photograph's stark contrast between the barren landscape and the lush irrigation ditch highlights the transformative power of human ingenuity and perseverance. The image is a nitrate negative, which was a common photographic medium during the 20th century. It is now part of the Dorothea Lange Collection at the Library of Congress.
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