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Doctor examining children in trailer clinic, FSA mobile camp, Klamath County, Oregon, 1939 Creator: Dorothea Lange

Doctor examining children in trailer clinic, FSA mobile camp, Klamath County, Oregon, 1939 Creator: Dorothea Lange


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Doctor examining children in trailer clinic, FSA mobile camp, Klamath County, Oregon, 1939 Creator: Dorothea Lange

Doctor examining children in trailer clinic. FSA (Farm Security Administration) mobile camp, Klamath County, Oregon

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This poignant photograph captures a doctor examining children in a trailer clinic at an FSA mobile camp in Klamath County, Oregon, during the year 1939. The image was taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, known for her powerful documentation of American life during the Great Depression. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the fear and alarm etched on the faces of these young patients as they undergo examination. The children's expressions reflect not only their physical discomfort but also their emotional distress caused by living through such challenging times. The setting itself speaks volumes about the state of healthcare during this era. Inside the cramped trailer clinic, equipped with basic medical supplies and a Frigidaire refrigerator serving as storage, dedicated health workers like this doctor provided essential care to those who had limited access to proper facilities. Lange's composition skillfully captures both the vulnerability of these children and the dedication of medical professionals working tirelessly to provide much-needed assistance amidst economic hardship. Through her lens, she sheds light on one aspect of America's struggle for survival during that tumultuous period. As we gaze upon this historic image today, it serves as a reminder of how far our healthcare system has come since then while urging us to continue striving for equitable access to quality care for all members of society.

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