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SHARECROPPER, 1939. A young African American sharecropper and his first child standing
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SHARECROPPER, 1939. A young African American sharecropper and his first child standing
SHARECROPPER, 1939.
A young African American sharecropper and his first child standing in front of a log cabin on the Hillside Farm in Person County, North Carolina. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, July 1939
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1939 Barefoot Black Child Denim Doorway Dorothea Farm Farmer Father Great Depression Hillside July Lange Log Cabin New Deal North Carolina Overalls Poverty Rural Sharecropper Summer Tenant Toddler Young Southeast
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SHARECROPPER, 1939 - A Glimpse into the Struggles and Strength of African American Sharecroppers
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. This poignant photograph captures a powerful moment in history as it immortalizes a young African American sharecropper and his first child. Standing proudly in front of their humble log cabin on Hillside Farm in Person County, North Carolina, this image speaks volumes about the hardships faced by marginalized communities during the Great Depression era. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in July 1939, this portrait showcases the resilience of a father determined to provide for his family despite overwhelming poverty. The man's worn denim overalls and bare feet tell tales of long hours spent toiling on the farm under scorching summer suns. The innocence radiating from the toddler beside him serves as a reminder that hope can be found even amidst adversity. Their presence within this rustic setting evokes emotions ranging from admiration to empathy, highlighting the struggles faced by countless families who relied on sharecropping as their means of survival. Lange's lens allows us to bear witness to an important chapter in American history - one marked by economic hardship but also characterized by unwavering determination. This photograph is not just an artistic masterpiece; it is a testament to human strength and resilience that continues to inspire generations today.
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