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Once a Missouri farmer, now a migratory farm laborer on the Pacific Coast, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Once a Missouri farmer, now a migratory farm laborer on the Pacific Coast, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Once a Missouri farmer, now a migratory farm laborer on the Pacific Coast. California
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Once a Missouri Farmer, Now a Migratory Farm Laborer on the Pacific Coast, California, 1936" is a poignant photograph taken by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange. The image captures the harsh realities of the Great Depression era in the United States, specifically the plight of displaced farmers who were forced to become migratory farm laborers. The photograph features a man, identified only as a "Missouri farmer," sitting in the driver's seat of an old car. His weary expression and worn clothing suggest the hardships he has faced. The car, with its rusted exterior and missing hubcaps, mirrors the deteriorated state of his circumstances. The background shows a barren landscape, devoid of the lush farmlands he once worked. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the economic displacement that occurred during the Great Depression. Thousands of farmers, like this man, were unable to make a living from their land and were forced to leave their homes to seek work elsewhere. The image also highlights the concept of migratory farm laborers, who traveled from place to place in search of seasonal agricultural work. The photograph was taken by Dorothea Lange during her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency that provided relief to rural areas affected by the Depression. Lange's documentation of the lives of displaced farmers and farm laborers during this time is an important part of American history, offering a glimpse into the human cost of economic upheaval. This photograph is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, as well as a reminder of the importance of social safety nets during times of economic hardship. It is a powerful image that continues to resonate with audiences today, over eight decades after it was taken.
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