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Young migrant mother with six weeks old baby born in a hospital, near Westley, CA, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Young migrant mother with six weeks old baby born in a hospital, near Westley, CA, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Young migrant mother with six weeks old baby born in a hospital with aid of Farm Security Administration (FSA) medical and association for migratory workers. She lives in a labor contractors camp near Westley, California. " I try to keep him eatin and sleepin regular like I got him out of the hospital."
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This powerful photograph captured by Dorothea Lange in 1939 portrays the resilience and strength of a young migrant mother in America during the Great Depression. The image depicts a woman cradling her six-week-old baby, born with the aid of Farm Security Administration (FSA) medical support, in a labor contractors camp near Westley, California. In this intimate moment frozen in time, we witness the determination of this mother as she navigates through economic hardships and displacement. Her love for her child is evident as she strives to provide him with stability amidst challenging circumstances. As she states, "I try to keep him eatin and sleepin regular like I got him out of the hospital". Lange's photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by many families during that era. It symbolizes not only their physical displacement but also their emotional journey towards survival and hope. The composition emphasizes the bond between mother and child, capturing them within their humble surroundings. The use of black and white enhances the rawness of their reality while highlighting their strength amidst adversity. Preserved by the Library of Congress, this image stands as an enduring testament to Lange's ability to capture human emotion through her lens. It serves as both a historical document reflecting on past challenges faced by migrants during difficult times and an artistic representation celebrating maternal love and resilience. As we reflect upon this photograph today, it reminds us to appreciate our own privileges while empathizing with those who continue to face similar struggles around us.
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