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NEBRASKA: TRAVELERS, 1938. Two traveling companions looking for work in Omaha, Nebraska
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NEBRASKA: TRAVELERS, 1938. Two traveling companions looking for work in Omaha, Nebraska
NEBRASKA: TRAVELERS, 1938.
Two traveling companions looking for work in Omaha, Nebraska. Photograph by John Vachon in November 1938
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1938 Companion Crutch Crutches Failure Great Depression Migration New Deal November Omaha Poverty Traveler Traveling Traveller Unemployed Vachon
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NEBRASKA: TRAVELERS, 1938. A poignant snapshot of two resilient souls seeking employment amidst the hardships of the Great Depression in Omaha, Nebraska. Captured by renowned photographer John Vachon in November 1938, this evocative image encapsulates the struggles and determination of countless Americans during this era. The photograph portrays two traveling companions standing outside an early 20th-century building. Dressed in worn-out attire, one man leans on crutches while his companion wears a hat and tie – symbols of their dignity despite their circumstances. Their expressions reveal a mix of hope and weariness as they search for opportunities that seem elusive. Vachon's lens captures not only their physical appearance but also the intangible weight of poverty and unemployment that permeated society at that time. The stark contrast between these men and the prosperous world around them serves as a reminder of the vast disparities created by economic failure. This powerful image is part of Vachon's documentation for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) under President Roosevelt's New Deal initiative. It stands as a testament to both human resilience and governmental efforts to alleviate suffering during one of America's darkest periods. As we reflect upon this photograph today, it serves as a timeless reminder to appreciate our own blessings while empathizing with those who continue to face adversity on their journey towards better days.
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