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Migrants tents...along the right of way of the Southern Pacific, near Fresno, CA, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Migrants tents...along the right of way of the Southern Pacific, near Fresno, CA, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Migrants tents are a common sight along the right of way of the Southern Pacific [railroad]. Near Fresno, California
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This evocative photograph, captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, portrays the harsh realities of the Great Depression era in the United States. The image depicts a makeshift camp of migrant workers' tents along the right of way of the Southern Pacific Railway, near Fresno, California. The desolate and rustic scene reflects the displacement and forced migration that resulted from the economic downturn of the 1930s. The railroad tracks in the background serve as a stark reminder of the transient nature of the migrants' existence, as they traveled from place to place in search of work. The image is a poignant representation of the rural poverty and hardship that characterized the era, and is a testament to the resilience and determination of the American people during a time of great economic upheaval. Dorothea Lange, through her work with the Farm Security Administration and later the Office of War Information, documented the plight of the dispossessed and brought attention to the social and economic issues of the time. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a period in American history that continues to resonate with contemporary audiences.
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