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COTTON PICKER, 1936. A cotton picker standing on a truck filled with cotton, Southern
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COTTON PICKER, 1936. A cotton picker standing on a truck filled with cotton, Southern
COTTON PICKER, 1936.
A cotton picker standing on a truck filled with cotton, Southern San Joaquin Valley, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, November 1938
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1936 California Cotton Dorothea Farm Farmer Farming Great Depression Harvest Lange Migrant Worker New Deal November Picker Plantation Poor Rural San Joaquin Valley Truck Working Class Unidentified
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This photograph, titled "COTTON PICKER, 1936" captures a poignant moment in American history. The image showcases a cotton picker standing tall on a truck overflowing with the fruits of their labor - bales upon bales of cotton. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in November 1938, this snapshot offers us a glimpse into the Southern San Joaquin Valley during the Great Depression. The unidentified cotton picker's weathered face tells stories of hardship and resilience. His cap shields him from the scorching California sun as he stands proudly amidst his toil. This portrait serves as a powerful reminder of the countless migrant workers who sought employment on plantations during this era. Lange's lens expertly captures not only the physical labor but also the spirit of determination that characterized those working-class individuals striving to make ends meet. With her camera, she immortalizes their struggle and sheds light on their daily realities. As we reflect upon this photograph today, it serves as an important testament to both human strength and societal challenges faced during one of America's most challenging times. It reminds us that even in times of adversity, there is beauty to be found in perseverance and unity within communities working towards brighter futures.
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