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Migrants tents...the right of way of the Southern Pacific, near Fresno, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Migrants tents...the right of way of the Southern Pacific, near Fresno, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Migrants tents are a common sight along the right of way of the Southern Pacific. Near Fresno, California
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This evocative photograph, titled "Migrants' tents are a common sight along the right of way of the Southern Pacific. Near Fresno, California," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the late 1930s during the Great Depression. The image is a poignant testament to the forced displacement and migration that characterized this period in American history. The photograph depicts a shanty town, or Hooverville, nestled along the railroad tracks. Tents of various sizes and makeshift structures are haphazardly arranged, creating a makeshift community for the displaced and impoverished. The rural countryside in the background is starkly contrasted with the rustic living conditions of the migrants. Lange, a photographer for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and later the Office of War Information (OWI), documented the lives of millions of Americans who were affected by the Great Depression. Her work, including this photograph, is a powerful reminder of the economic hardships and social upheaval that defined this era. The photograph is a negative, shot on nitrate film, and is part of the Dorothea Lange Collection at the Library of Congress. It is a valuable heritage art piece that captures the concept of displacement and migration during a critical period in American history. The image is a visual representation of the concept of regionalism, which emphasizes the unique characteristics of different regions and the people who inhabit them. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the human spirit and resilience in the face of adversity, as well as a testament to the importance of documenting history through the lens of a camera.
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