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MISSISSIPPI: VICKSBURG. Street scene in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Photograph by Walker Evans, 1936
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MISSISSIPPI: VICKSBURG. Street scene in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Photograph by Walker Evans, 1936
MISSISSIPPI: VICKSBURG.
Street scene in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Photograph by Walker Evans, 1936
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1936 Automobile Evan Evans Farm Security Administration Great Depression Hill New Deal Powerline Sidewalk Street Scene Telephone Pole Traffic Vicksburg Walker Southeast
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This photograph by Walker Evans takes us back to the year 1936, immersing us in a street scene in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The image captures the essence of a city during the Great Depression era, showcasing both its hardships and resilience. The street is lined with early model automobiles, their sleek bodies contrasting against the worn-out sidewalks. A powerline stretches across the frame, symbolizing progress amidst adversity. Telephone poles stand tall as witnesses to daily life unfolding on this bustling southern street. Evans' keen eye for detail allows us to glimpse into the lives of ordinary people going about their day-to-day routines. The architecture reflects an older time; buildings with distinct Southern charm rise up along the hillside behind them. As we explore this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost hear the sounds of traffic passing by - horns honking and engines rumbling - while pedestrians navigate their way through busy intersections. This photograph serves as a reminder of how history shapes our present reality. It reminds us of America's past struggles and triumphs during a transformative period marked by President Roosevelt's New Deal policies aimed at revitalizing communities affected by economic downturns. Walker Evans' work for Farm Security Administration (FSA) documented American life during these challenging times, providing future generations with invaluable insight into our collective history.
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