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MISSISSIPPI FLOOD, 1927. Refugee camp at Hickman, Kentucky, at the time of the
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MISSISSIPPI FLOOD, 1927. Refugee camp at Hickman, Kentucky, at the time of the
MISSISSIPPI FLOOD, 1927.
Refugee camp at Hickman, Kentucky, at the time of the Great Mississippi River Flood, April 1927
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Media ID 13139099
1927 April Camp Campsite Evacuee Field Flood Great Ground Grounds Kentucky Mississippi River Refugee Tent Hickman Southeast
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This print captures a poignant moment in American history - the devastating Mississippi Flood of 1927. The image showcases a refugee camp set up at Hickman, Kentucky during this catastrophic event. The scene depicts a vast expanse of open ground, transformed into a makeshift home for those displaced by the floodwaters. Tents dot the landscape, providing shelter to evacuees who were forced to abandon their homes due to rising waters. Men can be seen scattered throughout the campsite, engaged in various activities as they navigate through this challenging time. In the foreground stands an imposing figure on horseback - perhaps a soldier or authority figure overseeing relief efforts. This lone horseman symbolizes strength and resilience amidst chaos and uncertainty. The photograph's composition highlights both the scale of destruction caused by the flood and humanity's ability to adapt and come together in times of crisis. It serves as a reminder of our shared vulnerability to natural disasters but also our capacity for compassion and solidarity. As part of The Granger Collection's Carousel Collection, this historical artifact offers viewers an opportunity to reflect on past hardships while appreciating how far we have come in terms of disaster response and prevention measures.
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