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MIGRANT AUTOMOBILE, 1936. An automobile carrying the belongings of a migrant worker
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MIGRANT AUTOMOBILE, 1936. An automobile carrying the belongings of a migrant worker
MIGRANT AUTOMOBILE, 1936.
An automobile carrying the belongings of a migrant worker Near Bakersfield, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, November 1936
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1936 Antique Auto California Chair Crate Dorothea Great Depression Lange Luggage Migrant Worker Migration New Deal November Object Poverty Rural Bakersfield
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MIGRANT AUTOMOBILE, 1936 - A Glimpse into the Struggles of a Migrant Worker
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. This poignant photograph captured by Dorothea Lange in November 1936 near Bakersfield, California, offers a powerful visual representation of the hardships faced by migrant workers during the Great Depression. The image portrays an antique automobile laden with all the belongings of a migrant worker and their family. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness not only an old car but also symbols of poverty and resilience. The dilapidated vehicle carries crates and luggage precariously piled up on its roof and trunk. Amongst these items lies a solitary chair, perhaps representing both comfort and instability for those who must constantly move from place to place in search of work. Lange's lens captures the essence of migration during this era marked by economic turmoil. This photograph is part of her extensive documentation commissioned by the Farm Security Administration (FSA) as part of President Roosevelt's New Deal initiative to combat rural poverty. As we gaze upon this image today, it serves as a reminder that behind every object lies a story - one filled with struggle, hope, and determination. It invites us to reflect on our collective history while shedding light on ongoing issues surrounding labor rights and socioeconomic disparities. This print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to preserve this significant moment in American history while honoring Dorothea Lange's remarkable ability to capture human emotion through her lens.
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