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Large-scale pea fields, near San Juan Bautista, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Large-scale pea fields, near San Juan Bautista, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Near San Juan Bautista, California. Large-scale pea fields
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Agricultural California Crops Harvest Harvesting Pea Plant Peas Picker Pickers Vegetable Vegetables
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This photograph, titled "Near San Juan Bautista, California. Large-scale pea fields," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the year 1939. The image depicts an expansive pea field stretching out towards the horizon, with rows of pea plants meticulously arranged in perfect order. The scene exudes a sense of tranquility and hard work, as a group of pea pickers can be seen in the foreground, diligently harvesting the ripe pods. During the 1930s, the Great Depression had left many Americans struggling to make ends meet. Farmers, in particular, were hit hard by the economic downturn, and the Farm Security Administration (FSA) was established to provide relief and support to rural communities. Dorothea Lange, a photographer for the FSA, documented the lives of these farmers and their families, capturing the harsh realities of their daily struggles. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of the American people during a time of great economic hardship. The pea pickers, dressed in simple clothes and working under the hot sun, embody the spirit of hard work and perseverance that was necessary to survive during the Depression. The image also serves as a testament to the importance of agriculture in American life and the role it plays in shaping the rural landscape. The photograph was taken using a nitrate negative, a type of photographic film that was commonly used during the 20th century. It is now part of the Dorothea Lange Collection at the Library of Congress, a valuable archive of American history and cultural heritage.
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