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COUNTY FAIR, 1942. Teenage boys lounging on the grass at the Imperial County Fair
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COUNTY FAIR, 1942. Teenage boys lounging on the grass at the Imperial County Fair
COUNTY FAIR, 1942.
Teenage boys lounging on the grass at the Imperial County Fair, El Centro (vicinity), California. Photograph by Russell Lee, 1942
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1942 Carefree Country Fair County Entertainment Fair Grass Imperial Leisure New Deal Rural Russell State Fair Summer Teenage Working Class Young
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COUNTY FAIR, 1942 - A Glimpse into Carefree Teenage Life
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. This print from 1942 transports us back to a simpler time at the Imperial County Fair in El Centro, California. The lens of photographer Russell Lee captures a group of teenage boys lounging on the lush grass, basking in the warm summer sun. In this snapshot of American daily life during the early 1940s, we witness carefree youth amidst a backdrop of rural entertainment. These young men exude an air of relaxation and leisure as they take respite from their working-class lives. With no worries or responsibilities weighing them down, they embody the essence of youthful freedom. The county fair serves as both an escape and a gathering place for these teenagers seeking joy and amusement outside their ordinary routines. It symbolizes not only entertainment but also community spirit—a space where people from all walks of life come together to celebrate shared experiences. Russell Lee's photograph is more than just a visual representation; it encapsulates an era defined by resilience and hope—the New Deal era—when Americans sought solace in simple pleasures amid challenging times. As we gaze upon this remarkable image, we are reminded that even during uncertain periods throughout history, there has always been room for laughter, friendship, and carefree moments that transcend generations.
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