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The Bessis Levee, along a subsidiary of the Mississippi River, near Tiptonville, Tennessee, 1937. Creator: Walker Evans
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The Bessis Levee, along a subsidiary of the Mississippi River, near Tiptonville, Tennessee, 1937. Creator: Walker Evans
The Bessie Levee, along a subsidiary of the Mississippi River, near Tiptonville, Tennessee. The levee has been augmented with sand bags during the 1937 flood
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This photograph, taken by renowned photographer Walker Evans in 1937, showcases the Bessis Levee along a subsidiary of the mighty Mississippi River near Tiptonville, Tennessee. The image captures a significant moment during the devastating flood that year as the levee is augmented with sandbags to combat the rising waters. Evans' masterful composition highlights both the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside and the harsh realities faced by those living in rural America during this time of economic hardship known as the Great Depression. The image evokes a sense of isolation and vulnerability as it portrays a desolate road flanked by flooded fields and dilapidated buildings. As part of his work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) under President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal program, Evans aimed to document life in rural America and raise awareness about poverty-stricken communities affected by economic recession. This photograph serves as an important historical record, capturing not only nature's power but also human resilience amidst adversity. Preserved within the Library of Congress archives, this still image offers us a glimpse into a defining era in American history. It reminds us of our shared heritage while shedding light on regionalism and socio-economic struggles that shaped our nation's past. Walker Evans' powerful depiction invites contemplation on themes such as geography, economics, and human perseverance against challenging circumstances – all encapsulated within one striking monochromatic frame.
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