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MIGRANT WORKER SHACK, 1935. A woman sitting in the doorway of her shack in a migrant worker camp
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MIGRANT WORKER SHACK, 1935. A woman sitting in the doorway of her shack in a migrant worker camp
MIGRANT WORKER SHACK, 1935.
A woman sitting in the doorway of her shack in a migrant worker camp, rural California. Photographed in March 1935 by Dorothea Lange
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Media ID 13213745
1935 California Camp Doorway Dorothea Encampment Great Depression Lange March Migrant Worker New Deal Poverty Rural Shack Trash Working Class
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of life for migrant workers during the Great Depression in rural California. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in March 1935, it showcases a woman sitting in the doorway of her makeshift shack located within a migrant worker camp. The image portrays the daily struggles faced by these individuals as they sought employment and survival amidst poverty and destitution. The dilapidated nature of the shack is evident, with its worn-out exterior and scattered trash surrounding it, symbolizing the dire living conditions endured by these marginalized communities. Lange's lens focuses on this woman, who becomes representative of countless others facing similar circumstances during that era. Her weary expression speaks volumes about her resilience and determination to endure despite overwhelming challenges. Through her presence in the photograph, we are reminded of both individual strength and collective struggle. This poignant image serves as a reminder of an important chapter in American history – one marked by economic hardship but also characterized by efforts such as Roosevelt's New Deal to address social inequality. It stands as a testament to Lange's ability to capture raw human emotion through her lens while shedding light on societal issues that demand attention even today.
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