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Day laborers hoeing cottonn, near Corsicana, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Day laborers hoeing cottonn, near Corsicana, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Day laborers hoeing cotton. Many tenant farmers become day laborers on mechanized farms. Near Corsicana, Texas
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This evocative photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937, captures the harsh realities of day laborers hoeing cotton near Corsicana, Texas during the Great Depression. The image presents a poignant snapshot of a scene that was all too common during this period, as many tenant farmers were forced to become day laborers on mechanized farms due to economic hardships. The photograph showcases a group of individuals, dressed in simple bib overalls and dungarees, working tirelessly in a cotton field under the unforgiving sun. Children, some as young as toddlers, are also present, adding an extra layer of sadness and exploitation to the scene. The use of hoes, a traditional farming tool, contrasts sharply with the encroaching mechanization that was transforming agriculture at the time. Lange's image is a powerful reminder of the struggles faced by farm laborers during the Great Depression, and serves as a testament to their resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The photograph is also a significant historical document, providing valuable insight into the economic, social, and cultural conditions of rural America during this period. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency that aimed to provide relief to rural communities affected by the Great Depression. This photograph is a testament to Lange's ability to capture the human spirit and the raw emotion of her subjects, making it an enduring symbol of the era and an important piece of American heritage art.
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