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White tenant farmer works on shares. North Carolina, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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White tenant farmer works on shares. North Carolina, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
White tenant farmer works on shares. North Carolina
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This evocative photograph, titled "White Tenant Farmer Works on Shares, North Carolina" (1936), captures the essence of the Great Depression era in America through the image of a determined farmer in bib overalls, plowing the land with a horse-drawn plow. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange during her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), this image offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of struggling farmers during this economically challenging time. The man in the photograph, dressed in denim dungarees and a simple work shirt, appears focused and resilient as he toils the soil, his face etched with the lines of hard labor. The image is a testament to the enduring spirit of the American farmer, who, despite the harsh realities of poverty and economic uncertainty, continued to work the land in the hope of a better future. The photograph, which is part of the Dorothea Lange Collection in the Library of Congress, was taken during a time when the FSA was working to provide relief to farmers and rural communities affected by the Great Depression. The Office of War Information later used this image to raise awareness about the ongoing struggle of farmers during this period. The image is a powerful reminder of the importance of agricultural labor and the role it plays in sustaining communities and nations. The simple yet evocative composition, with the farmer positioned against the vast expanse of the countryside, emphasizes the connection between the individual and the land, and the collective struggle for survival during this challenging time in American history.
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