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MIGRANT FAMILY, 1939. An ex-tenant farmer from Oklahoma with his wife and ten children
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MIGRANT FAMILY, 1939. An ex-tenant farmer from Oklahoma with his wife and ten children
MIGRANT FAMILY, 1939.
An ex-tenant farmer from Oklahoma with his wife and ten children standing in front of their tent at an emergency migrant camp for drought refugees in Brawley, Imperial Valley, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, February 1939
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1939 Adolescent Baby Brother California Camp Children Daughter Denim Dorothea Dress Drought Family Farmer Father February Great Depression Husband Imperial Valley Jean Lange Migrant Worker Mother New Deal Okie Overalls Pants Photo Poverty Refugee Relief Rural Sister Teenager Tenant Tent Wife Working Class Young Brawley
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Migrant Family, 1939 - A Glimpse into the Struggles of an American Farming Family
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. This poignant photograph captures a moment frozen in time during the Great Depression era. The image showcases an ex-tenant farmer from Oklahoma, standing proudly with his wife and ten children in front of their humble tent at an emergency migrant camp for drought refugees in Brawley, Imperial Valley, California. Dorothea Lange's masterful composition allows us to witness the resilience etched on their faces as they confront the harsh realities of poverty and displacement. The family's worn-out clothing reflects their arduous journey and hard labor as they sought refuge from economic devastation. The father stands tall, embodying strength amidst adversity while wearing denim overalls that bear witness to years spent working tirelessly on farmland. His wife stands beside him, her face reflecting both determination and weariness as she holds onto their youngest child - a baby cradled tenderly in her arms. Surrounded by their nine other children ranging from adolescents to young ones dressed in simple attire, this portrait encapsulates the struggles faced by countless families during this tumultuous period. Their expressions convey hope for a better future despite living conditions that were far from ideal. This powerful photograph serves as a reminder of the immense challenges endured by working-class Americans during one of our nation's darkest times. It is through images like these that we gain insight into history beyond textbooks – reminding us never to forget those who have persever
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