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MIGRANT FAMILY, 1936. An impovished mother with two of her children at a migrant worker camp on U
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MIGRANT FAMILY, 1936. An impovished mother with two of her children at a migrant worker camp on U
MIGRANT FAMILY, 1936.
An impovished mother with two of her children at a migrant worker camp on U.S. 70 in Tennessee, near the Tennessee River. Photograph by Carl Mydans, March 1936
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1936 Barefoot Camp Carl Children Dirty Family Farmer Great Depression March Migrant Worker Mother Mydans New Deal Poverty Rural Skirt Sweater Tennessee Toddler Wife Working Class Southeast
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of a migrant family during the Great Depression in 1936. The image showcases an impoverished mother, her two children, and their humble living conditions at a migrant worker camp on U. S. 70 in Tennessee, near the Tennessee River. The mother's worn-out clothes and ragged skirt reflect the dire poverty they faced daily. Her face tells a story of resilience mixed with exhaustion as she tries to provide for her children amidst challenging circumstances. The two young children stand barefooted beside their mother, highlighting their vulnerability and innocence in this unforgiving world. Photographed by Carl Mydans in March 1936 as part of his work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), this image is a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by working-class families during one of America's darkest periods. It serves as a testament to both the hardships endured by these individuals and the efforts made by FSA photographers to document social issues prevalent at that time. Through Mydans' lens, we are transported back to an era where poverty was widespread but determination remained strong. This photograph stands as a visual representation of hope amidst despair, reminding us all of our shared humanity and our responsibility to uplift those who need it most.
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