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ELECTRIFICATION, 1938. Workmen installing electricity on the top of utility poles
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ELECTRIFICATION, 1938. Workmen installing electricity on the top of utility poles
ELECTRIFICATION, 1938.
Workmen installing electricity on the top of utility poles in the San Joaquin Valley, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, November 1938
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1938 California Dorothea Electric Electricity Great Depression Installation Lange New Deal November Powerline Repair Rural San Joaquin Valley Science Utility Pole Wire
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This photograph, titled "ELECTRIFICATION, 1938" captures a significant moment in history when electricity was being installed on utility poles in the San Joaquin Valley, California. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in November 1938, this image showcases the tireless efforts of workmen as they connect wires atop these towering structures. During this period, America was grappling with the Great Depression and undergoing transformative changes through initiatives like the New Deal. This photograph symbolizes progress and hope for rural communities that were previously deprived of modern amenities such as electric power. The installation of electricity not only brought light to their homes but also opened doors to new opportunities and improved living conditions. Lange's lens beautifully captures the dedication and expertise of these workers who are diligently connecting powerlines against a backdrop of vast open fields. Their presence signifies resilience and determination amidst challenging circumstances. The composition highlights both technological advancements and human labor intertwined with nature's beauty. It serves as a reminder that progress is achieved through collective effort – from those who designed innovative solutions to those who executed them on-site. This historic snapshot immortalizes an important chapter in American history when science met rural landscapes, forever changing lives in the West.
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