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SHARECROPPER HOME, 1938. Sharecroppers wife with her young children sitting
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SHARECROPPER HOME, 1938.
Sharecroppers wife with her young children sitting on a row of beds inside a shack without windows, Missouri. Photograph by Russell Lee, May 1938
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1938 Barefoot Bedding Bedroom Children Daughter Farmer Great Depression Missouri Mother New Deal Plank Poor Poverty Rural Russell Shack Sharecropper Wife Wooden Working Class
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SHARECROPPER HOME, 1938 - A Glimpse into the Struggles of Rural America
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. This poignant photograph captures a sharecropper's wife with her young children sitting on a row of beds inside their humble shack in Missouri during the Great Depression. Taken by photographer Russell Lee in May 1938 as part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) project, this image offers a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by working-class families during this tumultuous era. The dilapidated wooden shack lacks windows, symbolizing both physical and metaphorical barriers that isolated these individuals from better opportunities. The mother sits at one end, surrounded by her children who are barefoot and dressed in tattered clothing. Their expressions reveal resilience despite their impoverished circumstances. In this intimate scene, we witness daily life unfolding within these cramped quarters – a testament to the determination and strength of those struggling to make ends meet. The worn-out plank flooring beneath them serves as a reminder of their meager existence while also highlighting the importance placed on family unity amidst adversity. This photograph is not just an artistic representation; it represents historical documentation capturing the impact of poverty and economic hardship brought about by the Great Depression. It stands as a powerful reminder of how government initiatives like Roosevelt's New Deal aimed to alleviate such suffering through programs like FSA. As we reflect upon this image today, let us remember those who endured unimaginable hardships during this period while drawing inspiration from their resilience.
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