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Large-scale industrialized agriculture, Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Large-scale industrialized agriculture, Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Large-scale industrialized agriculture. Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California. Migratory workers packing peas for market on edge of pea field. This is an attempt to market a field pack, in contrast to usual pack in shed
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Capturing the Struggles of Agricultural Labor - Dorothea Lange's Glimpse into Large-Scale Industrialized Agriculture, Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California (1939)
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. In this poignant photograph taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, we are transported to the heart of America's agricultural landscape during a time of great economic hardship - the Great Depression. The image showcases large-scale industrialized agriculture in Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California. Lange's lens focuses on a group of migrant workers diligently packing peas for market on the edge of a vast pea field. This particular scene stands out as an attempt to revolutionize traditional farming practices by introducing field packing instead of utilizing sheds. The contrast between these two methods is starkly evident in this thought-provoking print. The photograph not only captures the physical labor involved but also serves as a visual testament to the resilience and determination displayed by these farmworkers amidst challenging circumstances. Their faces tell stories of struggle and perseverance as they tirelessly work under harsh conditions. Lange's composition skillfully portrays both men and women engaged in their daily tasks, highlighting their crucial role within American agriculture. Through her lens, she brings attention to their invaluable contribution while shedding light on larger socio-economic issues prevalent during that era. This powerful image is part of Dorothea Lange's remarkable body of work commissioned by the Farm Security Administration (FSA) during the 1930s. It serves as a reminder not only of our nation's agricultural heritage but also prompts us to reflect upon the challenges faced by those who worked tirelessly behind-the-scenes to feed America even during its darkest times.
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