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MIGRANT WORKERS, 1939. Migrant workers picking carrots for 14 cents per crate of 48 bunches

MIGRANT WORKERS, 1939. Migrant workers picking carrots for 14 cents per crate of 48 bunches


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MIGRANT WORKERS, 1939. Migrant workers picking carrots for 14 cents per crate of 48 bunches

MIGRANT WORKERS, 1939.
Migrant workers picking carrots for 14 cents per crate of 48 bunches, in Imperial Valley, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, February 1939

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1939 California Carrot Crate Dorothea Farmer Farming February Great Depression Imperial Valley Lange Migrant Worker New Deal Picker Picking Poverty Working Class


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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of migrant workers during the Great Depression in 1939. In Imperial Valley, California, a group of men and women toil under the scorching sun, picking carrots for a meager wage of 14 cents per crate of 48 bunches. The image is a testament to the immense poverty and desperation that plagued America during this time. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, known for her poignant images depicting social issues, this photograph showcases her ability to capture raw emotions through her lens. The composition highlights the backbreaking labor endured by these workers as they stoop low to gather each carrot from the earth. The photo serves as a reminder of the struggles faced by working-class individuals who were forced to migrate in search of employment opportunities. It also sheds light on the impact of government initiatives like the New Deal and Farm Security Administration (FSA) in providing relief during such challenging times. Displayed within Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, this print invites viewers to reflect upon our nation's history and empathize with those who have endured hardship in pursuit of survival. Through its stark portrayal of human resilience amidst adversity, it serves as both an artistic masterpiece and an important historical document capturing a significant era in American history.

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