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Pea pickers, near Niland, Imperial County, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Pea pickers, near Niland, Imperial County, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Pea pickers. Wages (1939): one cent per pound. Hamper holds about twenty eight pounds. Near Niland, Imperial County, California
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of agricultural workers during the Great Depression in 1939. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, the image depicts pea pickers near Niland, Imperial County, California. The backbreaking nature of their work is evident as men bend over in fields, diligently harvesting crops. The economic hardships faced by these farm laborers are highlighted through Lange's poignant composition. With wages set at just one cent per pound of peas picked, a hamper holding approximately twenty-eight pounds symbolizes their meager earnings. This haunting visual representation serves as a stark reminder of the struggles endured by those living off the land during this challenging period in American history. Lange's photography was instrumental in raising awareness about social issues and advocating for change. As part of her work with the Farm Security Administration (FSA), she documented rural life and its impact on individuals and communities across America. Preserved within the Library of Congress' Congressional Library collection, this particular print showcases Lange's talent for capturing raw emotions and telling stories through imagery. It stands as a testament to her dedication to shedding light on marginalized groups while also serving as an important historical document that reflects upon both the resilience and vulnerability of agricultural workers during a time marked by economic hardship.
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