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Family walking on highway, five children, Pittsburg County, Oklahoma, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Family walking on highway, five children, Pittsburg County, Oklahoma, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Family walking on highway, five children. Started from Idabel, Oklahoma. Bound for Krebs, Oklahoma. Pittsburg County, Oklahoma. In 1936 the father farmed on thirds and fourths at Eagleton, McCurtain County, Oklahoma. Was taken sick with pneumonia and lost farm. Unable to get work on Work Prjects [i.e. Projects] Administration and refused county relief in county of fifteen years residence because of temporary residence in another county after his illness
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This evocative photograph, titled "Family walking on highway, five children. Started from Idabel, Oklahoma. Bound for Krebs, Oklahoma. Pittsburg County, Oklahoma," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1938. The image portrays a destitute family, consisting of a father and five children, embarking on a journey on foot along a desolate highway. The father, who had previously farmed on thirds and fourths at Eagleton, McCurtain County, Oklahoma, fell ill with pneumonia and lost his land. Unable to secure work through the Work Projects Administration and denied county relief in his county of fifteen-year residence due to his temporary absence after his illness, the family was forced to migrate in search of sustenance. The image encapsulates the harsh realities of the Great Depression era in the United States, with the family's meager belongings and worn clothing a testament to their poverty. The father wears a worn hat, while the children, dressed in simple dresses and shirts, trudge along the road, their expressions conveying a sense of determination and resilience. This poignant photograph, taken by Dorothea Lange for the Farm Security Administration, is a powerful reminder of the displacement and hardships faced by countless families during this period. It is a poignant snapshot of history, showcasing the human spirit and perseverance in the face of adversity.
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