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Wife of tenant farmer, Mrs. Oakley, works... Granville County, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Wife of tenant farmer, Mrs. Oakley, works... Granville County, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Wife of tenant farmer, Mrs. Oakley, works stringing tobacco during the harvest season. Granville County, North Carolina
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This powerful photograph captures the resilience and strength of a woman during one of America's most challenging times. Taken in 1939 by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, the image showcases Mrs. Oakley, the wife of a tenant farmer, working diligently to string tobacco during the harvest season in Granville County, North Carolina. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness Mrs. Oakley standing amidst nature's bounty as she carries out her laborious task. Her weathered hands deftly maneuver through rows of tobacco leaves, embodying both determination and grace. The lines etched on her face tell stories of struggle and perseverance as she contributes to her family's livelihood. Lange's lens captures not only an individual but also a larger narrative - that of rural life in Depression-era America. Through this portrait, we glimpse into the economic hardships faced by farming communities during this tumultuous period. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges endured by those living in poverty-stricken regions across the country at that time. It stands as a testament to human resilience and resourcefulness amidst adversity. As we reflect upon this image today, it prompts us to appreciate our shared heritage while acknowledging how far we have come since then. Dorothea Lange's work continues to inspire us with its ability to capture raw emotions and convey timeless messages about humanity's triumph over hardship.
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