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DROUGHT REFUGEES, 1936. Vernon Evans and his family in Montana, en route from South
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DROUGHT REFUGEES, 1936. Vernon Evans and his family in Montana, en route from South
DROUGHT REFUGEES, 1936.
Vernon Evans and his family in Montana, en route from South Dakota to Oregon in search of work. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, 1936
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1936 Arthur Drought Evans Family Great Depression Montana Oregon Refugee Rest Rothstein Sign South Dakota Vernon Model T
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DROUGHT REFUGEES, 1936 - A Glimpse into the Struggles of the Evans Family
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. This poignant photograph captures a moment frozen in time during the Great Depression. In 1936, Vernon Evans and his family found themselves uprooted from their home in South Dakota due to severe drought conditions that devastated their livelihoods. Determined to find work and escape the clutches of poverty, they embarked on a treacherous journey towards Oregon. The image showcases an exhausted yet resilient family seeking refuge in Montana while en route to their final destination. The worn-out faces of both men and women reflect the hardships they have endured along this arduous road trip. They stand beside a weather-beaten Model T car, which serves as their only means of transportation amidst these trying times. Arthur Rothstein's masterful composition emphasizes not only the physical exhaustion but also the emotional toll experienced by these "drought refugees". Behind them stands a sign reading "Oregon or Bust" symbolizing their unwavering determination for a better life. As we gaze upon this historical print, we are reminded of the countless families who were forced to leave everything behind in search of hope during one of America's darkest periods. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder that resilience can emerge even from moments of despair - an enduring testament to human spirit against all odds.
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