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Cotton picker, San Joaquin Valley, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Cotton picker, San Joaquin Valley, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Cotton picker. San Joaquin Valley, California
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This evocative photograph, titled "Cotton Picker, San Joaquin Valley, California," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936 during the depths of the Great Depression. The image portrays a solitary figure, a cotton picker, laboriously bending over in a sun-scorched California cotton field. The picker, dressed in worn clothing and carrying a full cotton sack, appears to be weary yet determined as they continue to work under the unforgiving sun. The San Joaquin Valley, located in central California, is a fertile agricultural region known for its vast expanses of farmland and abundant crops. However, during the Great Depression, many farmers and agricultural workers, including this picker, faced immense hardships and struggled to make ends meet. The Farm Security Administration (FSA), an agency of the U.S. government, was established to provide relief to rural communities affected by the economic crisis. Dorothea Lange, a photographer for the FSA, documented the lives of these individuals and their communities, capturing the raw reality of their daily struggles. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The cotton picker's focus on the task at hand, despite the arduous conditions, speaks to the enduring spirit of the agricultural workers of the San Joaquin Valley during the Great Depression. The image also serves as an important historical record, providing a glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history. Dorothea Lange's "Cotton Picker, San Joaquin Valley, California" is a powerful and enduring image that continues to resonate with audiences today, offering a poignant reminder of the past and the importance of empathy and understanding in the face of hardship.
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