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FARM RELIEF, 1939. Migrant farmers standing outside the Farm Security Administration
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FARM RELIEF, 1939. Migrant farmers standing outside the Farm Security Administration
FARM RELIEF, 1939.
Migrant farmers standing outside the Farm Security Administration grant office during the pea harvest in Calipatria, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, February 1939
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1939 Black California Calipatria Dorothea Farmer February Grant Great Depression Harvest Imperial Valley Migrant Worker New Deal Office Poor Relief Rural Working Class
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This powerful photograph, titled "Farm Relief, 1939" captures a poignant moment in American history during the Great Depression. The image showcases a group of African American migrant farmers standing outside the Farm Security Administration (FSA) grant office in Calipatria, California. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in February 1939, this snapshot offers a glimpse into the struggles faced by rural communities during that era. The men depicted in the photo are hardworking individuals who have migrated to California's Imperial Valley seeking employment opportunities during the pea harvest. Their weathered faces and worn-out clothes reveal their difficult circumstances as they wait patiently outside the FSA office for relief assistance. Lange's composition skillfully conveys both resilience and vulnerability, highlighting the determination of these migrant workers while also shedding light on their impoverished conditions. This image serves as a reminder of how government programs like FSA played a crucial role in providing support to struggling farmers during one of America's most challenging times. "Farm Relief, 1939" is not just an ordinary photograph; it is an invaluable historical document that encapsulates both human struggle and hope amidst adversity. It stands as a testament to Dorothea Lange's ability to capture raw emotions through her lens and serves as an enduring symbol of resilience within America's working class community during this transformative period known as the New Deal era.
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