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The grower provided clean tents and a shady... near Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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The grower provided clean tents and a shady... near Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
The grower provided clean tents and a shady site for pickers on this ranch. Oregon, Josephine County, near Grants Pass
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This photograph, taken by the renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, showcases a scene of resilience amidst challenging times. The image depicts a ranch near Grants Pass in Josephine County, Oregon during the Great Depression era. In this evocative snapshot, we witness the compassion of a grower who provided clean tents and a shady site for pickers on his farm. Lange's lens captures the rustic charm of this countryside setting as well as the stark reality of poverty that plagued many Americans during this tumultuous period. The worn-out furniture inside one of the tents serves as a poignant reminder of the economic hardships faced by these workers. As part of her work with the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and Office of War Information (OWI), Lange documented rural life across America to shed light on social issues such as poverty and unemployment. Through her photography, she aimed to create awareness and advocate for change. This still image not only reflects Lange's exceptional talent but also serves as an enduring testament to human resilience in times of adversity. It stands as a powerful symbol reminding us that even amidst hardship, acts of kindness can provide solace and hope for those facing difficult circumstances. Dorothea Lange's legacy lives on through photographs like this one which continue to inspire contemplation about our shared history while urging us to strive towards creating a more equitable society.
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