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MIGRANT GIRL, 1939. Daughter of a migrant family eating a lunch of blackberry pie
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MIGRANT GIRL, 1939. Daughter of a migrant family eating a lunch of blackberry pie
MIGRANT GIRL, 1939.
Daughter of a migrant family eating a lunch of blackberry pie along the highway east of Fort Gibson, Oklahoma. Photograph by Russell Lee, June 1939
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1939 Farmer Great Depression Highway June Lunch Migrant Worker New Deal Oklahoma Overalls Plate Poverty Russell Southwest Summer United States Working Class Blackberry Fort Gibson
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Migrant Girl, 1939 - A Glimpse into the Struggles of an American Family
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. This poignant photograph captures a moment frozen in time during the summer of 1939. The daughter of a migrant family is depicted sitting along the highway east of Fort Gibson, Oklahoma, indulging in a simple lunch of blackberry pie. In this image captured by Russell Lee, we witness both the resilience and hardships faced by working-class families during the Great Depression. The young girl's worn overalls and her father's absence hint at their daily toil as migrant workers searching for employment opportunities across America's vast landscape. Despite their poverty-stricken circumstances, there is an undeniable sense of hope emanating from her eyes as she savors each bite. Lee's composition beautifully juxtaposes the innocence and vulnerability embodied by this child against the backdrop of an unforgiving world marked by economic turmoil. This photograph serves as a visual testament to the impact that government initiatives like Roosevelt's New Deal had on ordinary Americans striving for survival amidst adversity. As we reflect upon this iconic image today, it reminds us not only of our nation's history but also highlights ongoing struggles faced by marginalized communities around us. It serves as a stark reminder that compassion and support are vital to uplift those who continue to face similar challenges in pursuit of better lives.
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