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Formerly rehabilitation client harvesting milo maize, near Manteca, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Formerly rehabilitation client harvesting milo maize, near Manteca, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Near Manteca, California. Formerly rehabilitation client harvesting milo maize. Now operating own farm under Tenant Purchase Act. A year and a half ahead on their payments. Average loan for purchase of farm and improvements in San Joaquin County is seven thousand four hundred and sixty-five dollars
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This evocative photograph, captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1938 near Manteca, California, portrays the resilience and determination of a formerly rehabilitated client as he harvests milo maize. The Tenant Purchase Act enabled him to operate his own farm, and with a year and a half progress on his payments, he was well on his way to securing a better future for his family. During the 1930s, the Great Depression left countless families struggling to make ends meet. Agricultural workers, including children, were often forced to toil in the fields to help provide for their loved ones. The image of this farmer, dressed in bib overalls and dungarees, working alongside his child, is a poignant reminder of the economic hardships faced by many Americans during this era. The photograph, titled "Near Manteca, California. Formerly rehabilitation client harvesting milo maize. Now operating own farm under Tenant Purchase Act. A year and a half ahead on their payments. Average loan for purchase of farm and improvements in San Joaquin County is seven thousand four hundred and sixty-five dollars," is a testament to the human spirit and the ability to overcome adversity. The image, which is part of Dorothea Lange's extensive body of work, is a powerful reminder of the importance of perseverance, hard work, and the hope that comes with the promise of owning one's own land. This photograph is a significant piece of American history, capturing a moment in time when the country was grappling with the economic and social challenges of the Great Depression. It is a reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit, and the importance of supporting one another during times of hardship.
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