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TENEMENT HOUSE, 1940. A family on the front stoop of a house in the tenement district of Brockton
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TENEMENT HOUSE, 1940. A family on the front stoop of a house in the tenement district of Brockton
TENEMENT HOUSE, 1940.
A family on the front stoop of a house in the tenement district of Brockton, Massachusetts. Photograph by Jack Delano, 1940
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1940 Adolescent Auto Brockton Children Daughter Delano District Family Father Jack Massachusetts Mother New Deal Poor Powerline Sidewalk Stoop Telephone Pole Telephone Wire Tenement Working Class Young
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This photograph, titled "TENEMENT HOUSE, 1940" transports us back in time to the tenement district of Brockton, Massachusetts. The image captures a moment frozen in history, as we see a family gathered on the front stoop of their humble house. The composition is filled with rich details that paint a vivid picture of life during this era. In the foreground, an adolescent boy sits proudly on his bicycle while holding onto his loyal dog's leash. Beside him stands a young girl with her arms wrapped around her mother's waist. The father leans against the stoop railing, exuding strength and determination. The backdrop reveals the working-class neighborhood they call home - powerlines crisscrossing above them and telephone poles lining the street. These elements serve as reminders of progress and connectivity amidst challenging circumstances. Photographed by Jack Delano in 1940 under the auspices of the New Deal's Farm Security Administration (FSA), this image encapsulates both documentary photography and artistry. It offers viewers an intimate glimpse into one family's daily life during a period marked by economic hardship for many Americans. As we gaze upon this print today, it serves as a powerful reminder of resilience and unity within families facing adversity. It prompts reflection on how far society has come since then while also urging us to remember those who have struggled along our collective journey towards progress.
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