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CLUB FOOT, 1939. A boy with club feet wearing homemade splints at a migrant workers

CLUB FOOT, 1939. A boy with club feet wearing homemade splints at a migrant workers


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CLUB FOOT, 1939. A boy with club feet wearing homemade splints at a migrant workers

CLUB FOOT, 1939.
A boy with club feet wearing homemade splints at a migrant workers camp in Tulare County, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 1939

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1939 Baby California Camp Dorothea Foot Great Depression Lange Migrant Worker Overalls Poor Shoes Sitting Working Class Club Foot Deformity Remedy Splint Unidentified


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Club Foot, 1939 - A Glimpse into Resilience and Hope amidst Adversity

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. This poignant black-and-white photograph captures a moment frozen in time during the Great Depression era. In the heart of Tulare County, California, at a migrant workers camp, we see a young boy bravely facing life with club feet. The image showcases his unwavering determination as he sits on an old wooden crate wearing homemade splints. Taken by acclaimed photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, this powerful snapshot encapsulates both the hardships and resilience of those living through challenging times. The boy's overalls symbolize his humble background while also highlighting the working-class struggle that defined this period. Lange's lens invites us to empathize with this unidentified child who embodies strength despite physical deformity. His eyes reflect hope for a better future, even as poverty surrounds him. This photograph serves as a testament to human spirit and resourcefulness amidst adversity. The presence of these homemade splints suggests that someone cared enough to find a remedy for his condition within their limited means. It is an inspiring reminder that compassion can be found even in the most trying circumstances. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand collection, let us honor not only Dorothea Lange's masterful photography but also pay tribute to all those who have faced challenges head-on with unwavering courage and resilience throughout history.

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