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Possibly: Down one street on Longview homestead project, Longview, Cowlitz County, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Possibly: Down one street on Longview homestead project, Longview, Cowlitz County, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
[Untitled, possibly related to: Washington, Cowlitz County, Longview. Down one street on Longview homestead project, several years after completion. Note fruit trees]
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This photo print, captured by the talented Dorothea Lange in 1939, offers a glimpse into the Longview homestead project in Cowlitz County, Washington. The image portrays a street lined with modest houses that were part of this ambitious project initiated during the Great Depression. Lange's lens skillfully captures both the beauty of nature and the resilience of rural life. As we explore this snapshot frozen in time, our attention is drawn to the note left by Lange herself: "Down one street on Longview homestead project, several years after completion. Note fruit trees". This detail adds an intriguing layer to our understanding of this community. The fruit trees symbolize hope and sustenance amidst economic hardship. The photograph evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times while also highlighting the challenges faced by those living through difficult circumstances. Lange's work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) documented American life during this era and became iconic representations of poverty and regionalism. Displayed within these frames are not just buildings but stories waiting to be told - tales of perseverance, unity, and determination etched onto every weathered facade. Through her lens, Lange beautifully captures both human vulnerability and strength against a backdrop of natural beauty. This remarkable piece from Heritage Art serves as a poignant reminder that even in times of struggle, communities can come together to build something new - creating lasting legacies that continue to inspire us today.
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