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[Untitled, possibly related to: Family of nine from near Fort Smith, Arkansas], 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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[Untitled, possibly related to: Family of nine from near Fort Smith, Arkansas], 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
[Untitled photo, possibly related to: Family of nine from near Fort Smith, Arkansas, on their way to try to find work in the California harvests. Between Yuma and Phoenix, Arizona. Fourteen such cars were passed one afternoon on this highway]
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[Untitled, possibly related to - Family of nine from near Fort Smith, Arkansas], 1937
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is a poignant photograph captured by the talented Dorothea Lange. The image portrays a moment frozen in time during the Great Depression era in America. It depicts a family of nine individuals embarking on an arduous journey from their hometown in Arkansas towards California, seeking employment opportunities amidst the bountiful harvests. The worn-out automobile they travel in stands as a symbol of their hope for a better future. As they traverse the desolate highway between Yuma and Phoenix, Arizona, they encounter numerous other families like theirs who share similar dreams and aspirations. This powerful visual narrative encapsulates the struggles faced by countless migrants during this tumultuous period. Lange's masterful composition captures not only the physical aspects but also reflects upon the emotional toll that migration takes on these resilient individuals. The dilapidated gas station visible in the background serves as a stark reminder of economic hardship and uncertainty prevailing across the country at that time. This evocative photograph was taken under the auspices of Farm Security Administration (FSA) and Office of War Information (OWI), two government agencies tasked with documenting American life during this transformative period. Through her lens, Lange skillfully immortalizes this family's determination to forge ahead despite adversity while shedding light on broader socio-economic issues prevalent throughout America during one of its darkest chapters - The Great Depression.
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