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CALIFORNIA: SQUATTER, 1936. An eighty year old woman living in a squatters camp
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CALIFORNIA: SQUATTER, 1936. An eighty year old woman living in a squatters camp
CALIFORNIA: SQUATTER, 1936.
An eighty year old woman living in a squatters camp on the outskirts of Bakersfield, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, November 1936
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1936 Automobile California Couple Dorothea Great Depression Lange New Deal November Poverty Spectacles Squatter Bakersfield Flannel Unidentified
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In this photograph titled "California: Squatter, 1936" we are transported back in time to witness the harsh realities of life during the Great Depression. The image captures an eighty-year-old woman residing in a squatters camp on the outskirts of Bakersfield, California. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in November 1936, it serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles faced by many Americans during this tumultuous era. The elderly woman's weathered face tells a story of resilience and strength amidst adversity. Her spectacles rest delicately on her nose, emphasizing her wisdom and experience. Clad in a worn flannel shirt, she stands beside an unidentified man who shares her fate. Their expressions reveal both weariness and determination as they navigate their daily lives within this makeshift community. Lange's composition highlights not only the individuals but also their surroundings; an old automobile looms behind them, symbolizing mobility lost due to economic hardship. This evocative portrait encapsulates the spirit of survival that defined countless families during these challenging times. As we gaze upon this poignant snapshot from history, let us remember those who endured unimaginable hardships while seeking hope amidst despair. It serves as a testament to human resilience and reminds us never to take for granted our present circumstances or forget the lessons learned from our past struggles.
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