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Japanese relocation, California, 1942. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Japanese relocation, California, 1942. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Japanese relocation, California. All baggage is inspected before newcomers enter the Santa Anita Park Assembly Center at Arcadia, California, for evacuees of Japanese ancestry. Evacuees are transferred later to War Relocation Authority centers for the duration
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This evocative photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1942, captures a poignant moment during the Japanese relocation in California, United States. The image was taken at the Santa Anita Park Assembly Center in Arcadia, California, where Japanese evacuees were being transferred from temporary quarters to War Relocation Authority centers for the duration of World War II. The scene portrays a group of Japanese Americans, both men and women, patiently waiting in line to have their luggage inspected before entering the assembly center. The atmosphere is somber, yet there is a sense of resilience and determination among the evacuees, as they prepare to leave their homes and begin a new chapter in their lives. The photograph offers a glimpse into the adversity faced by Japanese Americans during this period of American history, when thousands were forcibly relocated from their homes and communities due to their ancestry. The scene is reminiscent of a pilgrimage, with the evacuees carrying their belongings, much like the crosses carried by Christian pilgrims. The photograph was taken by Dorothea Lange, a renowned American photographer, who worked for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the 1930s and 1940s. Lange's work documented the struggles and hardships of American farmers and rural communities during the Great Depression. Her photograph of the Japanese relocation in California is a testament to her ability to capture the human condition during times of adversity. This photograph is an important part of American heritage and serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by Japanese Americans during the 1940s. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of citizenship, nationality, and the concept of home, and the sacrifices that must be made during times of war.
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