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The town of Caddo, Oklahoma, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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The town of Caddo, Oklahoma, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
The town of Caddo, Oklahoma. Migrants leave the small towns as well as the farms of the southwest. This region is a source of many emigrants to the Pacific Coast
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This evocative photograph, titled 'The town of Caddo, Oklahoma,' was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1938. The image documents the harsh realities of the Great Depression in the United States, specifically in the southwestern region, which saw an exodus of migrants from both small towns and farms. The scene portrays a desolate main street, lined with abandoned buildings and a nearly empty gas station. The cars parked outside the station appear worn and mud-splattered, reflecting the harsh conditions of the era. The station itself, branded with the Marathon Products logo, stands as a symbol of the few remaining vestiges of industry and commerce in this forsaken town. Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and later the Office of War Information (OWI). Her powerful and poignant photographs provided a visual record of the Great Depression and helped to raise awareness of the plight of the American people during this challenging time. The photograph's title, 'The town of Caddo, Oklahoma,' speaks to the sense of loss and abandonment that pervades the image. The town, like so many others during the Depression, had been left behind as people sought opportunity and hope in other parts of the country, particularly on the Pacific Coast. This photograph is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, as well as a reminder of the economic and social challenges faced by Americans during the Great Depression. Dorothea Lange's powerful image continues to captivate and inspire viewers, offering a glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history.
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