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Laundry facilities in migratory labor camp, Imperial Valley, California, near Calipatria, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Laundry facilities in migratory labor camp, Imperial Valley, California, near Calipatria, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Laundry facilities in migratory labor camp. Imperial Valley, California, near Calipatria
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This photograph, titled "Laundry facilities in migratory labor camp," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in Imperial Valley, California, near Calipatria, in 1937. The image provides a poignant glimpse into the harsh realities of the Great Depression era, specifically for the displaced and migratory labor force. The scene unfolds in a rural, rustic setting, with the laundry facilities situated amidst a shanty town. The women, dressed in simple, worn clothing, are seen washing their clothes in large metal tubs, using wooden planks as makeshift tables. The laundry facilities, a communal space, serve as a reminder of the shared struggles and hardships faced by these displaced individuals. The photograph offers a powerful commentary on the gendered roles of the time, with women performing the arduous task of laundry in a labor camp. The laundry facilities, though essential for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, also symbolize the never-ending cycle of housework and the burden it placed on women, even in the most challenging of circumstances. The image was taken during Lange's tenure with the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and later the Office of War Information (OWI), two New Deal agencies that aimed to document the effects of the Great Depression and promote government programs. Lange's work, including this photograph, is a testament to the resilience and determination of the American people during a time of great economic hardship and forced displacement.
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