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DUST BOWL, 1936. A farmers young son covering his mouth during a dust storm in Cimarron County
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DUST BOWL, 1936. A farmers young son covering his mouth during a dust storm in Cimarron County
DUST BOWL, 1936.
A farmers young son covering his mouth during a dust storm in Cimarron County, Oklahoma. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, April 1936
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Media ID 13216111
1936 Adolescent Adversity April Arthur Child Cimarron County Denim Drought Dust Dust Bowl Erosion Farm Farmer Field Great Depression New Deal Oklahoma Overalls Poverty Profile Rothstein Rural Sand Southwest Storm Young
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In this poignant photograph captured by Arthur Rothstein in April 1936, we are transported back to the heart of the Dust Bowl era. The image portrays a young boy, the son of a farmer, standing amidst an unforgiving dust storm in Cimarron County, Oklahoma. With his small hands tightly covering his mouth, he bravely battles against the swirling sand that threatens to engulf him. The boy's denim overalls and cap speak volumes about his humble background and hardworking family. His profile is etched with determination and resilience beyond his years as he faces adversity head-on. This snapshot serves as a stark reminder of the immense challenges faced by American farmers during this time of great depression. Rothstein's photograph not only captures a single moment frozen in time but also symbolizes the larger story of rural poverty and environmental devastation caused by drought and erosion. It stands as a testament to both human strength and vulnerability in the face of natural forces. As we gaze upon this powerful portrait, we are reminded of how far our nation has come since those difficult days. It serves as a somber reminder that through unity, perseverance, and government intervention such as FSA (Farm Security Administration) programs under President Roosevelt's New Deal policies, communities were able to rebuild their lives from these dire circumstances. This print from Granger Art on Demand allows us to reflect on our history while honoring those who endured unimaginable hardships during one of America's darkest chapters – all through the eyes
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