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Lunchtime for cotton hoers, Mississippi Delta, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Lunchtime for cotton hoers, Mississippi Delta, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Lunchtime for cotton hoers. Mississippi Delta
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Lunchtime for Cotton Hoers, Mississippi Delta, 1937" is a poignant photograph captured by the renowned American documentary photographer Dorothea Lange. This image, a poignant reminder of the Great Depression era in the United States, depicts a group of African American farm laborers taking a break from their grueling work in a cotton field during lunchtime. The photograph was taken in the Mississippi Delta, a region known for its rich agricultural land and labor-intensive farming practices. The workers, dressed in tattered clothing and barefoot, sit on the ground, their bodies weary from hours of labor under the hot sun. They appear to be sharing a meager meal, likely brought from their own meager resources. The image is a powerful commentary on the economic exploitation and hardships faced by agricultural workers during this time. The Great Depression had left many Americans jobless and destitute, and farm laborers were among the most vulnerable. The photograph captures the harsh realities of their daily lives, the long hours, the lack of resources, and the struggle for survival. Dorothea Lange, a pioneer in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency established to provide relief to farmers and rural communities affected by the Depression. The FSA's photography program, under the direction of Roy Stryker, aimed to document the living conditions of rural Americans and raise awareness of their plight. This photograph is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity. It is a powerful reminder of the past and a reminder of the importance of recognizing and addressing the ongoing struggles of agricultural workers and rural communities.
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