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Camp of single men, Tulelake, Siskiyou County, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Camp of single men, Tulelake, Siskiyou County, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Camp of single men. Tulelake, Siskiyou County, California. Potato pickers
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Camp of Single Men - Capturing the Resilience and Struggles of Agricultural Workers in 1930s California
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. This poignant photo print, taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, transports us to the Tulelake region of Siskiyou County, California. The image depicts a makeshift camp where single men, known as potato pickers, sought refuge during the challenging times of the Great Depression. Lange's lens captures not only the physical landscape but also the economic hardships that plagued America during this era. These farmhands were among thousands who migrated across the country in search of work and sustenance. With their humble dwellings surrounded by vast fields stretching into infinity, we witness their determination to eke out a living from these fertile lands. The composition draws our attention to a group of men huddled together near haystacks—a symbol both of laborious farming practices and temporary shelter. Their weathered faces tell stories etched with resilience and hope for better days ahead. In documenting this scene for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), Lange sheds light on an often-overlooked segment of society—the agricultural workers who formed the backbone of American agriculture. As we gaze upon this historic photograph now housed within the Library of Congress' Congressional Library collection, it serves as a reminder not only of our nation's past struggles but also highlights how art can immortalize human experiences amidst adversity. Through her lens, Dorothea Lange captured an enduring testament to strength in unity while shedding light on an essential chapter in American history—the untold story behind those who worked tirelessly to cultivate our land.
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