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On the plains west of Fresno, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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On the plains west of Fresno, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
On the plains west of Fresno, California. Family of seven from Oregon dairy ranch which they lost. "We tried to get too big, I guess. Milk cans are all that's left of the dairy. Now pick bolls to make fifty cents to one dollar a day. We can't work every day or maybe we could get by." Rent for house without water or sanitation -six dollars per month. Plan next to pick fruit. "They say if you come to California, you always come back, but I'm willing to leave it."
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This powerful print by Dorothea Lange captures the harsh reality of life on the plains west of Fresno, California in 1939. The image depicts a family of seven who lost their Oregon dairy ranch and are now struggling to make ends meet by picking cotton for meager wages. All that remains of their once-thriving dairy operation are empty milk cans, serving as a stark reminder of their past hardships.
The dilapidated cabin they now call home lacks basic necessities such as water and sanitation, yet they pay six dollars a month in rent just to have shelter over their heads. Despite their dire circumstances, the family remains resilient and hopeful for a better future. They plan to pick fruit next in hopes of earning enough money to survive.
Through her lens, Dorothea Lange captures not only the physical landscape but also the emotional toll of poverty during the Great Depression era. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the economic struggles faced by many Americans during this tumultuous time in history.
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