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El Monte federal subsistence housing - 100 homes all occupied, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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El Monte federal subsistence housing - 100 homes all occupied, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
El Monte federal subsistence homesteads. One hundred homes. All occupied, each with nearly an acre of ground. Average yearly income eight hundred dollars. California
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El Monte Federal Subsistence Homesteads: A Community of Hope Amidst the Great Depression This evocative photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936, captures the resilient spirit of the El Monte federal subsistence homesteads in California. The image showcases one hundred homes, all occupied, nestled amidst nearly an acre of land each. The average yearly income for the residents was a modest eight hundred dollars. During the Great Depression, the US government, through programs like the Farm Security Administration (FSA), sought to provide relief to rural communities struggling with poverty and unemployment. The El Monte homesteads were part of this initiative, offering subsidized housing and small plots of land to help families become self-sufficient. The rural setting is depicted in its raw, rustic beauty. Homes, made of timber and surrounded by gardens, are dotted along the landscape. The simple, yet sturdy structures exude a sense of determination and hope. The outdoors is alive with greenery, with trees, shrubs, and vegetable gardens providing sustenance for the residents. The photograph, titled "El Monte federal subsistence homesteads. One hundred homes. All occupied," is a poignant reminder of a time when the country was grappling with economic hardship. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured the essence of this community, showcasing the enduring human spirit and the power of collective action in the face of adversity. This photograph, part of the Dorothea Lange Collection at the Library of Congress, is a testament to the rich heritage of American rural life during the 1930s. It invites us to reflect on the past, learn from it, and appreciate the progress we have made as a society.
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