MIGRANT WORKER CAMP, 1937. An open tent in a blueberry pickers camp, near Little Fork, Minnesota

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MIGRANT WORKER CAMP, 1937. An open tent in a blueberry pickers camp, near Little Fork, Minnesota

MIGRANT WORKER CAMP, 1937.
An open tent in a blueberry pickers camp, near Little Fork, Minnesota. Photograph by Russell Lee, August 1937

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1937 August Bedding Camp Encampment Great Depression Migrant Worker Minnesota New Deal Picker Poverty Rural Russell Summer Tent Working Class Blueberry

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This photograph, titled "MIGRANT WORKER CAMP, 1937" transports us back to a time of immense struggle and resilience. Taken by photographer Russell Lee in August 1937 near Little Fork, Minnesota, this image offers a glimpse into the lives of blueberry pickers during the Great Depression. In the foreground stands an open tent within an encampment. Its weathered exterior tells tales of countless summers spent enduring harsh conditions. Inside, we can imagine the meager belongings that make up their humble abode - perhaps a threadbare mattress or worn-out bedding serving as their only comfort. The scene evokes both sorrow and admiration for these migrant workers who were part of America's working class during one of its most challenging periods. The New Deal policies implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt aimed to alleviate poverty and provide relief to those affected by economic hardship like these blueberry pickers. Lee's photograph captures not just physical surroundings but also emotions hidden beneath tired faces: determination mixed with weariness, hope mingled with uncertainty. It serves as a powerful reminder of the human spirit's ability to endure even in times of great adversity. As we reflect on this poignant image from our nation's history, it is essential to remember the struggles faced by those who came before us while acknowledging how far we have come since then.

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