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Tobacco sharecroppers wife disposing of dishwater... Person County, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Tobacco sharecroppers wife disposing of dishwater... Person County, North Carolina, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Tobacco sharecroppers wife disposing of dishwater after washing breakfast dishes. She put on white shoes for the photograph. Person County, North Carolina
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This powerful photograph captures a poignant moment in American history. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, it depicts the wife of a tobacco sharecropper in Person County, North Carolina. In this image, we see the woman standing outside her humble home, dressed in a simple dress and wearing white shoes specifically for the photograph. She is seen disposing of dishwater after washing breakfast dishes, showcasing the domestic responsibilities she carries out daily. The backdrop of rural America adds to the narrative of this photograph. The dilapidated buildings and countryside setting reflect the harsh realities faced by farming families during the Great Depression. Lange's lens focuses on capturing not only their economic struggles but also their resilience and determination to survive. Through her work with the Farm Security Administration (FSA), Lange sought to shed light on social issues plaguing America at that time. This particular image serves as a testament to both motherhood and hard work within an economically challenging environment. Preserved by the Library of Congress, this photograph stands as a reminder of our nation's past hardships while honoring those who persevered through them. It is an enduring symbol of strength amidst adversity and continues to resonate with viewers today as they contemplate our shared history.
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