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Shack in "Little Oklahoma", California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange. Shack in "Little Oklahoma", California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Shack in "Little Oklahoma", California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange. Shack in "Little Oklahoma", California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Shack in "Little Oklahoma." Lots 50 x 150, cost one hundred and twenty to two hundred dollars. Bought on hope and sold on promises. No work since last fall. A few get relief and "welfare, " but they say they are not eligible in California
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This evocative photograph, titled "Shack in Little Oklahoma," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936. The image portrays a dilapidated shack in the countryside of Little Oklahoma, California, during the Great Depression. The cost to buy and live in this makeshift dwelling ranged from one hundred and twenty to two hundred dollars. The residents, agricultural workers, had been without work since the previous fall. Despite some receiving relief and welfare, they expressed their frustration over being ineligible for assistance in California. The shack, which appears to be barely standing, is surrounded by barren land and rusted automobiles. The desolation and isolation of the scene are palpable, reflecting the economic hardships and displacement faced by many during this period. The image is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of the Great Depression and the struggle for basic necessities such as shelter and employment. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work with the Farm Security Administration (FSA). The FSA was established to provide relief to rural communities affected by the economic downturn, and Lange's photographs played a significant role in raising awareness and generating support for their cause. This powerful image, with its haunting depiction of a family's desperate living conditions, continues to resonate with audiences today, serving as a testament to the enduring impact of Lange's work and the indelible mark she left on the history of American photography.
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