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COLORADO: DUST STORM, 1935. A dust storm in Springfield, Colorado. Photograph by Dorothea Lange
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COLORADO: DUST STORM, 1935. A dust storm in Springfield, Colorado. Photograph by Dorothea Lange
COLORADO: DUST STORM, 1935.
A dust storm in Springfield, Colorado. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 1935
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1935 Cloud Colorado Dorothea Drought Dust Bowl Dust Storm Great Depression Lange New Deal Springfield Town
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COLORADO: DUST STORM, 1935. A haunting photograph captures the devastation of a dust storm in Springfield, Colorado during the Great Depression era. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, this image is a powerful reminder of the harsh realities faced by communities affected by the Dust Bowl. In this snapshot, we witness an early morning scene where a cloud of dust engulfs the town of Springfield. The swirling mass obscures buildings and trees, creating an eerie atmosphere that reflects the desperation and struggle for survival experienced by residents during this challenging time. The photograph's monochromatic tones emphasize the desolation and barrenness brought about by drought and environmental degradation. Dorothea Lange was part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) project initiated under President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal program to document rural America during economic crisis. Her photographs played a crucial role in raising awareness about social issues such as poverty and unemployment. This iconic image from 1935 serves as a historical record of one small town's battle against nature's fury while also symbolizing resilience in adversity. It stands as a testament to both human tenacity and our responsibility to learn from past mistakes to protect our environment.
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