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RURAL HIGHWAY, 1939. Migrant workers traveling on U. S. Highway 99 between Imperial and San Joaquin Valleys in Kern County, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, February 1939
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RURAL HIGHWAY, 1939. Migrant workers traveling on U. S. Highway 99 between Imperial and San Joaquin Valleys in Kern County, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, February 1939
RURAL HIGHWAY, 1939.
Migrant workers traveling on U.S. Highway 99 between Imperial and San Joaquin Valleys in Kern County, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, February 1939
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1939 Auto California Dorothea February Great Depression Highway Highway 99 Journey Lange Migrant Worker Migration Mountain New Deal Ridge Road Rural Traveling
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This photograph, titled "RURAL HIGHWAY, 1939" captures a poignant moment in American history. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in February 1939, the image depicts a group of migrant workers traveling on U. S. Highway 99 between Imperial and San Joaquin Valleys in Kern County, California. The Great Depression had plunged the nation into economic turmoil, leaving countless families displaced and searching for work. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the hardships faced by these migrant workers during this era. As we gaze at the image, we see a long stretch of rural highway winding through mountainous terrain. The road represents both physical and metaphorical journeys undertaken by those seeking better opportunities out west. The rugged landscape adds to the sense of isolation experienced by these individuals. Lange's composition skillfully captures the essence of their arduous journey – tired faces etched with determination and resilience; worn-out clothes clinging to weary bodies; belongings haphazardly packed onto an old car that carries their hopes for a brighter future. Through her lens, Lange humanizes these migrants who were often marginalized or forgotten amidst societal struggles. Her work became emblematic of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) project during President Roosevelt's New Deal initiative aimed at providing relief to struggling Americans. This photograph is not just an artistic masterpiece but also an important historical document that reminds us of our collective past – one marked by struggle, resilience, and ultimately hope for a better
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