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MIGRANT WORKER, 1939. A grandmother from Oklahoma working in the pea fields in Imperial Valley
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MIGRANT WORKER, 1939. A grandmother from Oklahoma working in the pea fields in Imperial Valley
MIGRANT WORKER, 1939.
A grandmother from Oklahoma working in the pea fields in Imperial Valley, Calipatria, California. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, February 1939
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1939 Apron Auto California Calipatria Dorothea Farmer February Grandmother Great Depression Imperial Valley Lange Migrant Worker New Deal Okie Poverty Rural Spectacles Working Class
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This powerful photograph captures the resilience and strength of a grandmother from Oklahoma during the Great Depression. Taken in February 1939 by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, this image showcases the harsh reality faced by migrant workers in Imperial Valley, Calipatria, California. In this portrait, we see an elderly woman standing tall amidst the vast pea fields. She wears a worn apron that tells stories of countless hours spent toiling under the scorching sun. Her spectacles rest on her weathered face, symbolizing wisdom acquired through years of hardship. The woman's presence evokes a sense of determination as she represents not only herself but also countless others who struggled to make ends meet during these challenging times. As part of President Roosevelt's New Deal program, which aimed to provide relief for those affected by economic downturns, she is one among many working-class individuals seeking opportunities in unfamiliar territories. Through Lange's lens, we are reminded of the immense poverty that plagued rural America during this era. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both the struggles endured and the indomitable spirit possessed by those who fought against adversity. As we reflect upon this image today, it stands as a testament to human resilience and serves as an important historical document capturing a moment in time when ordinary people were forced into extraordinary circumstances.
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