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"Cooperating for a Common Goal: A Glimpse into Moments of Unity" In the summer of 1943, amidst the serene landscapes of Camp Nathan Hale in Southfields, New York

Background imageCooperating Collection: Italian Offensive of Isonzo; French artillery unit cooperating with Italian artillery

Italian Offensive of Isonzo; French artillery unit cooperating with Italian artillery, 1917 Creator: Unknown
Italian Offensive of Isonzo; French artillery unit cooperating with Italian artillery, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Background imageCooperating Collection: Net fishing, between 1909 and 1923. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Net fishing, between 1909 and 1923

Net fishing, between 1909 and 1923. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Net fishing, between 1909 and 1923
Net fishing, between 1909 and 1923

Background imageCooperating Collection: White and blacks solve problems together, Sherwood Eddy cotton cooperative...Mississippi, 1936

White and blacks solve problems together, Sherwood Eddy cotton cooperative...Mississippi, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
White and blacks solve problems together on the Sherwood Eddy cotton cooperative of Hill House, Mississippi

Background imageCooperating Collection: Hymn singing at meeting of Mothers Club in Arvin migrant camp, California, 1938

Hymn singing at meeting of Mothers Club in Arvin migrant camp, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Hymn singing at meeting of Mothers Club in Arvin migrant camp. California. [Hymn book: Vocal Gems edited by R. E. Winsett]

Background imageCooperating Collection: Meeting of the Mothers Club in Arvin camp for migrant workers, Kern County, 1938

Meeting of the Mothers Club in Arvin camp for migrant workers, Kern County, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Meeting of the Mothers Club in Arvin camp for migrant workers, a Farm Security Administration (FSA) camp. The discussion this evening centers on the possibility of buying kerosene oil in large

Background imageCooperating Collection: Meeting of the Mothers Club in Arvin camp for migrant workers, Kern County, 1938

Meeting of the Mothers Club in Arvin camp for migrant workers, Kern County, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Meeting of the Mothers Club in Arvin camp for migrant workers, a Farm Security Administration (FSA) camp. The discussion this evening centers on the possibility of buying kerosene oil in large

Background imageCooperating Collection: 'Soaps in my eyes', Camp Nathan Hale, Southfields, New York, 1943 Creator: Gordon Parks

"Soaps in my eyes", Camp Nathan Hale, Southfields, New York, 1943 Creator: Gordon Parks
Southfields, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Nathan Hale, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. " Soaps in my eyes"

Background imageCooperating Collection: First aid at Camp Nathan Hale, Southfields, New York, 1943 Creator: Gordon Parks

First aid at Camp Nathan Hale, Southfields, New York, 1943 Creator: Gordon Parks
Southfields, New York. Interracial activities at camp Nathan Hale, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. First aid

Background imageCooperating Collection: Campers helping with the kitchen work at Camp Gaylord White, Arden, New York, 1943

Campers helping with the kitchen work at Camp Gaylord White, Arden, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Arden, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Gaylord White, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. Campers peeling potatoes

Background imageCooperating Collection: A scene at the swimming dock, Camp Nathan Hale, Southfields, New York, 1943 Creator: Gordon Parks

A scene at the swimming dock, Camp Nathan Hale, Southfields, New York, 1943 Creator: Gordon Parks
Southfields, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Nathan Hale, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. A scene at the swimming dock

Background imageCooperating Collection: Girls adjusting each others packs for a hike at Camp Fern Rock, Bear Mountain, New York, 1943

Girls adjusting each others packs for a hike at Camp Fern Rock, Bear Mountain, New York, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Bear Mountain, New York. Interracial activities at Camp Fern Rock, where children are aided by the Methodist Camp Service. Girls adjusting each others packs for a hike

Background imageCooperating Collection: Farmers feeding corn into cooperatively owned... near W Street at Carlton, Oregon, 1939

Farmers feeding corn into cooperatively owned... near W Street at Carlton, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Farmers feeding corn into cooperatively owned ensilage cutter. Near W Street at Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon. [Warning: Keep Securely Fastened While In Motion ]

Background imageCooperating Collection: Farmers feeding corn into cooperatively... near W Street at Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon, 1939

Farmers feeding corn into cooperatively... near W Street at Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon, 1939
Farmers feeding corn into cooperatively owned ensilage cutter. Near W Street at Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon

Background imageCooperating Collection: Cooperating farmers feeding corn from the wagon... near West Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon, 1939

Cooperating farmers feeding corn from the wagon... near West Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon, 1939
Cooperating farmers feeding corn from the wagon through the ensilage cutter from which it is blown through the pipe into the silo. Near West Carlton, Yamhill County, Oregon

Background imageCooperating Collection: Five Teenagers With T-Shirts Spelling Jesus

Five Teenagers With T-Shirts Spelling Jesus

Background imageCooperating Collection: Group Holding Hands In A Circle

Group Holding Hands In A Circle

Background imageCooperating Collection: Glaucous-wing Gull over Humpback Whales bubble-net feeding, Chatham Strait, Alaska, USA

Glaucous-wing Gull over Humpback Whales bubble-net feeding, Chatham Strait, Alaska, USA
Glaucous-winged Gull (Larus glaucescens) over bubble-net feeding Humpback Whales (Megaptera novaeangliae); Chatham Strait, Tongass National Forest, Alaska, United States of America

Background imageCooperating Collection: A Group Of People With Arms Raised

A Group Of People With Arms Raised

Background imageCooperating Collection: A Group Of People Raising Their Hands

A Group Of People Raising Their Hands

Background imageCooperating Collection: Holding Hands In A Circle

Holding Hands In A Circle

Background imageCooperating Collection: Groups Standing In A Circle Holding Hands And Praying

Groups Standing In A Circle Holding Hands And Praying

Background imageCooperating Collection: Ants Forming An Arrow

Ants Forming An Arrow

Background imageCooperating Collection: Carpenter Ants (Camponotus Pennsylvanicus)

Carpenter Ants (Camponotus Pennsylvanicus)

Background imageCooperating Collection: Many Hands Holding A Dove

Many Hands Holding A Dove

Background imageCooperating Collection: Gears

Gears

Background imageCooperating Collection: A group of adult humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) co-operatively bubble-net feeding near

A group of adult humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) co-operatively bubble-net feeding near the charter yacht
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"Cooperating for a Common Goal: A Glimpse into Moments of Unity" In the summer of 1943, amidst the serene landscapes of Camp Nathan Hale in Southfields, New York, a group of campers found themselves facing an unexpected challenge. With soaps stinging their eyes and laughter echoing through the air, they learned that cooperation was not just a mere concept but a vital skill to navigate through life's hurdles. Meanwhile, at Camp Gaylord White in Arden, New York, another scene unfolded as campers eagerly lent their hands to assist with kitchen work. Shoulder to shoulder, they chopped vegetables and stirred pots with determination etched on their faces. In this shared endeavor towards nourishment and sustenance for all, they discovered the power of unity. Across Bear Mountain in New York at Camp Fern Rock in 1943, girls adjusted each other's packs before embarking on an adventurous hike. Their actions spoke volumes about camaraderie and support; no one left behind or burdened by heavy loads. They epitomized how cooperation can lighten any load when we lean on one another. Venturing further back in time to Carlton County in Oregon during 1939 brings us face-to-face with farmers feeding corn into cooperatively owned wagons near W Street. These hardworking individuals understood that collaboration could yield bountiful results beyond what any single person could achieve alone. Together they sowed seeds of prosperity rooted deeply within their community. Dorothea Lange's lens captured these moments frozen in time - images that remind us how cooperating is not limited to specific settings or age groups but permeates every aspect of our lives. Whether it be teenagers spelling out "Jesus" on t-shirts or farmers coming together to feed corn from wagons – cooperation knows no boundaries. From bustling kitchens at Camp Gaylord White to idyllic swimming docks at Camp Nathan Hale - these snapshots reveal glimpses of a world where cooperation reigns supreme.