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Listening to speeches at mass meeting of WPA workers protesting... San Francisco, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Listening to speeches at mass meeting of WPA workers protesting... San Francisco, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Listening to speeches at mass meeting of Works Progress Administration (WPA) workers protesting congressional cut of relief appropriations. San Francisco, California
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This evocative photograph, titled "Listening to speeches at mass meeting of Works Progress Administration (WPA) workers protesting congressional cut of relief appropriations," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in San Francisco, California, during the 1930s. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the depths of the Great Depression and the desperate plight of those relying on government assistance to survive. The photograph portrays a large, attentive crowd of men, dressed in simple work clothes and hats, gathered together in a public space. Their focused expressions convey a sense of urgency and determination as they listen intently to speakers addressing them from a makeshift stage. The scene unfolds against the backdrop of the Emergency Relief Appropriation Act, which aimed to provide employment and financial assistance to millions of Americans struggling during this economically challenging time. As part of the New Deal, the WPA was established to provide jobs for the unemployed, and this photograph captures the collective anxiety and frustration of its workers as they rally against proposed cuts to their relief appropriations. The photograph is an essential historical document, offering insight into the political climate of the era and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Taken by Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, the image is a testament to her ability to capture the raw emotion and humanity of her subjects. This powerful photograph is held in the collections of the Library of Congress, a national treasure that continues to inspire and inform our understanding of American history.
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