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Abandoned farm in wheat country, on U. S. 97, Klickitat County, near Goldendale, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Abandoned farm in wheat country, on U. S. 97, Klickitat County, near Goldendale, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Washington, Klickitat County, near Goldendale, on U.S. 97. Abandoned farm in wheat country
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This photograph, taken by Dorothea Lange in 1939, transports us to a forgotten era of American history. The image showcases an abandoned farm nestled amidst the vast wheat country of Klickitat County, near Goldendale, Washington. As we gaze upon this haunting scene frozen in time, we are reminded of the economic hardships that plagued rural America during the Great Depression. Lange's keen eye for capturing the essence of human struggle is evident in this powerful composition. The dilapidated building stands as a symbol of shattered dreams and lost hope, while the surrounding fields bear witness to once-thriving farmland now left untended. Through her lens, Lange conveys not only the physical decay but also the emotional toll inflicted upon those who were forced to abandon their livelihoods. The desolate landscape evokes feelings of isolation and despair, yet there is also a sense of resilience that permeates through every blade of grass. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of our nation's past struggles and challenges us to reflect on how far we have come. Preserved within the archives at the Library of Congress, this remarkable piece from Dorothea Lange continues to serve as a testament to her unparalleled talent for capturing raw human emotion through still imagery. It invites us into a world long gone but forever etched in our collective memory - an enduring reminder that even amidst hardship and adversity, there is beauty waiting to be discovered.
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