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Oklahoma refugees, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Oklahoma refugees, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Oklahoma refugees. California
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This evocative photograph, titled "Oklahoma Refugees, California," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936 during the Great Depression. The image depicts a despondent mother looking down at her crying children in the back of an automobile. The family, among the countless displaced during the economic crisis, had been forced to leave their Oklahoma farm and embark on a harrowing journey to California in search of work and sustenance. The scene unfolds against the backdrop of the agricultural industry, with the family's worn-out car and the surrounding farmland a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of displacement and economic hardship. Lange's masterful composition and use of light and shadow evoke a sense of desperation and resilience, encapsulating the spirit of the era. The photograph is a testament to the human condition during one of the most challenging periods in American history. It serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of empathy and compassion in times of crisis, and the enduring strength and determination of the human spirit. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure 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 rural communities affected by the Depression. The photograph is now part of the permanent collection of the Library of Congress, a national treasure that documents the rich heritage and history of the United States.
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