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Recreation in a migratory agricultural workers camp near Holtville, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Recreation in a migratory agricultural workers camp near Holtville, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Recreation in a migratory agricultural workers camp near Holtville, California
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Recreation in a Migratory Agricultural Workers' Camp near Holtville, California, 1937" is a poignant photograph taken by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange. The image captures a moment of respite and camaraderie among a group of migratory agricultural workers during the Great Depression. The scene is set in a makeshift camp, a temporary shelter for those displaced from their homes and forced to travel in search of seasonal agricultural work. The workers, mostly men, are gathered around a makeshift fire, their faces etched with the signs of hard labor and the weight of their circumstances. Some sit on old crates or burlap sacks, while others lean against their meager belongings. Despite the harsh realities of their living conditions, the workers find joy in the simple pleasure of gathering around the fire. They engage in mischievous banter and share stories, momentarily forgetting the struggles that brought them to this place. The photograph captures the essence of human spirit and resilience in the face of adversity. The image is a powerful reminder of the economic displacement and forced migration that characterized the Great Depression era in America. It is a testament to the dignity and strength of the farm laborers who toiled in the fields, and the importance of community and connection in times of hardship. Taken by Dorothea Lange for the Farm Security Administration, the photograph is now part of the permanent collection of the Library of Congress. It is a valuable heritage art piece that continues to inspire and inform our understanding of American history and the human condition.
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