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Regular Sunday meeting, Salvation Army, San Francisco, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Regular Sunday meeting, Salvation Army, San Francisco, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Salvation Army, San Francisco, California. Regular Sunday meeting. (Meeting held regularly Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays.) Marching up the street to the meeting. [Signs: The Alta Tailors - Suits Sponged & Pressed While You Wait; Alta Hotel; Money Loaned ]
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This photo print, taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, captures a regular Sunday meeting of the Salvation Army in San Francisco, California. The image showcases a group of dedicated individuals marching up the street towards their gathering place, carrying banners and musical instruments. In the background, signs for businesses such as The Alta Tailors and Alta Hotel remind us of the economic struggles faced during the Great Depression. This poignant scene reflects both faith and resilience amidst challenging times. Lange's composition beautifully portrays the diversity within this Salvation Army congregation. Men, women, and children are united under one belief system as they proudly display their flags and band together to spread charity throughout their community. The presence of a military band adds an element of patriotism to this religious gathering. Musicians with piano accordions create harmonious melodies that uplift spirits while symbolizing hope for a brighter future. As we gaze upon this historical photograph from Heritage Images collection at the Library of Congress, we are reminded not only of Lange's exceptional talent but also her ability to capture moments that speak volumes about American culture during this era. It serves as a powerful reminder that even in times of hardship, unity can be found through shared beliefs and acts of kindness.
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