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Migrant family stopped at the California-Arizona state line, Yuma, Arizona, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Migrant family stopped at the California-Arizona state line, Yuma, Arizona, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Migrant family stopped at the California-Arizona state line to have their baggage inspected for plant pests. Yuma, Arizona
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This evocative photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937, captures the moment of pause and scrutiny at the California-Arizona state line in Yuma, Arizona. The image portrays a migrant family, likely on their way to California in search of work during the Great Depression, as they stop to have their baggage inspected for plant pests by agents from the Bureau of Plant Quarantine, a federal agency under the Department of Agriculture. The family's worn-out automobile, a symbol of their journey and the era's economic hardships, is parked beside them. The scene is set against the arid desert landscape, with the sun casting long shadows and the road stretching out into the distance. Lange, a key figure in documenting the human impact of the Depression through her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and later the Office of War Information (OWI), masterfully captures the sense of uncertainty and vulnerability experienced by these migrants. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by countless families during this period and the role of government agencies in maintaining the health and safety of the nation. Titled "Migrant family stopped at the California-Arizona state line to have their baggage inspected for plant pests. Yuma, Arizona," this image is a powerful testament to the human spirit and the resilience of those who sought to rebuild their lives during the Depression. Dorothea Lange's mastery of photography and her commitment to capturing the raw truth of the human condition continue to inspire and captivate audiences today.
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