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MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1937. Two children of a migrant fruit worker from Tennessee
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MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1937. Two children of a migrant fruit worker from Tennessee
MIGRANT CHILDREN, 1937.
Two children of a migrant fruit worker from Tennessee, standing before their temporary home. This family of eight is camped in a field near the packinghouse at Winter Haven, Florida. Photograph, January 1937 by Arthur Rothstein
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1937 Barefoot Denim Family Florida Great Depression Home January Migrant Worker Overalls Poverty Rural Shanty Shelter Working Class Packinghouse Southeast
Migrant Children, 1937 - A Glimpse into the Harsh Realities of the Great Depression
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant photograph captures a moment frozen in time during one of America's most challenging eras - the Great Depression. Taken by Arthur Rothstein in January 1937, it portrays two young children standing before their temporary home in Winter Haven, Florida. These innocent faces belong to members of a migrant fruit worker family from Tennessee who found themselves struggling to survive amidst poverty and uncertainty. The image showcases the resilience and strength that characterized many working-class families during this period. The girl, dressed in worn denim overalls with bare feet, stands protectively beside her younger sibling as they face an uncertain future together. Their makeshift shanty serves as a stark reminder of their humble circumstances. Rothstein's lens not only captures the physical aspects but also conveys the emotional weight carried by these young souls. Their expressions reveal both determination and vulnerability - qualities that defined countless families striving for survival during those trying times. This photograph is more than just a historical artifact; it is a testament to human endurance and perseverance against overwhelming odds. It reminds us of our collective responsibility to ensure that no child or family endures such hardships again. As we reflect on this powerful image from nearly a century ago, let us remember those who came before us and honor their struggles while working towards building a society where every child has access to opportunity and hope regardless of their background or circumstances.
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