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SHARECROPPER, 1939. Evicted sharecroppers wife, New Madrid County, Missouri
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SHARECROPPER, 1939. Evicted sharecroppers wife, New Madrid County, Missouri
SHARECROPPER, 1939.
Evicted sharecroppers wife, New Madrid County, Missouri. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein in January 1939
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1939 Arthur Black Coat Eviction Farmer Great Depression January Missouri New Deal New Madrid Package Poverty Rothstein Sharecropper Wife Working Class Unidentified
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of life during the Great Depression in 1939. Titled "SHARECROPPER, 1939. Evicted sharecroppers wife, New Madrid County, Missouri" it was taken by Arthur Rothstein in January of that year. In this poignant image, we see an African American woman standing outside her home in New Madrid County. She is dressed in a worn coat and hat, symbolizing both protection from the cold and her resilience amidst adversity. Her expression reflects the weight of poverty and eviction she has experienced as a sharecropper's wife. Rothstein's composition highlights not only the woman but also her surroundings—a modest exterior that serves as a stark reminder of economic struggle during this era. The photograph evokes empathy for those who were forced to leave their homes due to financial hardship. As part of President Roosevelt's New Deal program, which aimed to alleviate poverty and stimulate economic recovery, Rothstein worked for the Farm Security Administration (FSA). Through his lens, he documented scenes like this one to raise awareness about social issues prevalent at that time. The unidentified woman represents countless individuals who faced similar circumstances across America's South and West regions. This image serves as a testament to their strength amidst adversity while shedding light on the working class during one of our nation's most challenging periods—the Great Depression.
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