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Home in "Little Oklahoma", California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange. Home in "Little Oklahoma", California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Home in "Little Oklahoma", California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange. Home in "Little Oklahoma", California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Home in "Little Oklahoma, " a community that has grown out of migrant potato and cotton workers. California
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Home in Little Oklahoma, California, 1936
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a poignant photograph taken by renowned American documentary photographer Dorothea Lange. This image captures the harsh realities of the Great Depression era in the United States, specifically the living conditions of migrant potato and cotton workers in California. The photograph depicts a makeshift community, named Little Oklahoma, which had sprung up to accommodate the influx of agricultural laborers. The image shows a row of dilapidated houses, with a single automobile parked in front of one of them. The houses, made of various materials, appear to be poorly constructed and in a state of disrepair. The absence of greenery and the barren landscape surrounding the houses further emphasizes the desolation and isolation of the community. The photograph also highlights the stark contrast between the modern automobile and the primitive living conditions of the residents. The car, an appliance of luxury and progress, is an anomaly amidst the poverty and hardship. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the economic displacement and forced migration that characterized the Great Depression, and the struggle for basic necessities such as shelter and employment. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this moment in time with remarkable sensitivity and empathy. Her photograph is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity. The image has become an enduring symbol of the Great Depression and the plight of the agricultural workers during that era. Today, it stands as an important historical document, shedding light on a critical period in American history and the ongoing struggle for social justice and equality.
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