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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. Newcomers at Santa Anita Park Assembly Center in Arcadia, California, receive vaccination against smallpox and typhoid fever. Under direction of Dr. Norman Kobayshi and nurses who also are evacuees of Japanese ancestry, they pass through the hospital at a rate of 400 an hour. Evacuees are transferred later to War Relocation Authority centers for the duration
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This powerful print by Dorothea Lange captures a moment in history that is both heartbreaking and significant. Taken during the Japanese relocation in California in 1942, it shows newcomers at Santa Anita Park Assembly Center receiving vaccinations against smallpox and typhoid fever. The image depicts the stark reality of the forced evacuation of Japanese Americans during World War II.
Dr. Norman Kobayshi and nurses, who were also evacuees of Japanese ancestry, are seen administering vaccines to the evacuees at a rapid rate of 400 an hour. This scene highlights the efficiency with which these individuals were processed through the hospital before being transferred to War Relocation Authority centers for internment.
The black and white composition adds to the somber tone of this photograph, emphasizing the gravity of this dark chapter in American history. It serves as a reminder of the injustices faced by innocent citizens simply because of their heritage.
Dorothea Lange's skillful eye captured not only a moment frozen in time but also a poignant commentary on prejudice, fear, and resilience. This image stands as a testament to her ability to document important historical events with sensitivity and depth.
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