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Pea pickers at work, San Luis Obispo County, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Pea pickers at work, San Luis Obispo County, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Pea pickers at work. San Luis Obispo County, California
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Pea Pickers at Work - A Glimpse into the Backbreaking Reality of Agricultural Labor in 1930s California
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. This photo print, captured by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1938, transports us to the rural landscapes of San Luis Obispo County, California. In this powerful image, we witness a group of hardworking agricultural workers laboring tirelessly in the pea fields. The photograph encapsulates the essence of an era marked by economic depression and hardship - The Great Depression. With their backs bent over, these farmhands diligently pick peas from the crops that stretch as far as the eye can see. Each worker carries a basket or hamper on their arm, collecting every precious pea with unwavering determination. Lange's lens captures both men and women engaged in this arduous task; their faces etched with exhaustion yet resilient with hope. Their presence serves as a poignant reminder of America's agrarian roots and its reliance on manual labor during challenging times. As we observe this scene frozen in time, it is impossible not to feel a deep sense of admiration for these unsung heroes who toiled relentlessly to sustain themselves and their families. This photograph stands as a testament to their strength and resilience amidst adversity. Preserved within the archives of the Library of Congress' Farm Security Administration collection, Lange's work continues to serve as an invaluable historical record today. It allows us to reflect upon our past while recognizing how far we have come in terms of labor rights and societal progress. Dorothea Lange's legacy lives on through her ability to capture raw human emotions within each frame she exposed – reminding us all that behind every image lies an untold story waiting patiently for discovery.
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