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TEXAS: MIGRANT GIRL, 1939.
A young girl from a family of migrant workers doing laundry near Harlingen, Texas. Photograph by Russell Lee, 1939
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1939 Busy Great Depression Laundry Migrant New Deal Poor Responsibility Russell Southwest Texas Washboard Washing Washtub Working Working Class Young Harlingen
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TEXAS - MIGRANT GIRL, 1939. A Glimpse into the Resilience of a Young Girl During the Great Depression
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. This poignant photograph captures a young girl from a migrant worker family, diligently engaged in her daily chores near Harlingen, Texas in 1939. The image showcases the harsh realities faced by working-class families during the era of economic turmoil known as the Great Depression. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness an American child shouldering responsibilities far beyond her tender years. With determination etched on her face, she stands beside a washtub and washboard—symbols of laborious manual work—and tackles the arduous task of laundry. Her hands are calloused but steady as she scrubs away at each garment with unwavering resolve. Photographed by Russell Lee under the auspices of New Deal's Farm Security Administration (FSA), this powerful image serves as both documentation and testament to the strength and resilience exhibited by those facing adversity head-on. It encapsulates not only one girl's struggle for survival amidst poverty but also represents countless others who were forced to mature prematurely due to circumstances beyond their control. As we gaze upon this photograph today, it is essential to remember that behind every historical event lies individual stories waiting to be heard. This young girl becomes an emblematic figure—a symbol reminding us of our shared humanity and inspiring us to recognize and empathize with those who have endured hardship throughout history. Through preservation efforts led by institutions
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