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Migratory workers "kitchen" near Shafter, Kern County, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange. Migratory workers "kitchen" near Shafter, Kern County, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Migratory workers "kitchen" near Shafter, Kern County, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange. Migratory workers "kitchen" near Shafter, Kern County, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Migratory workers "kitchen" near Shafter. Kern County, California. Squatters camp
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This evocative photograph, titled "Migratory workers' kitchen near Shafter, Kern County, California, 1936," captures a poignant moment in American history, as documented by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange. The image presents a makeshift kitchen scene in a squatters' camp during the Great Depression. The scene is set against the backdrop of the rural countryside, with the sun casting long shadows over the barren land. The photograph reveals a group of migratory workers gathered around a simple, al fresco kitchen, preparing their meager meal. The kitchen consists of a few rudimentary appliances, including a large cooking pot suspended over an open fire. The workers, displaced from their homes and forced to migrate in search of employment, have made do with the limited resources at their disposal. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the harsh realities faced by millions of Americans during the Great Depression. The economic downturn forced many to leave their homes and travel from place to place in search of work. The image also highlights the resilience and resourcefulness of the human spirit, as the workers come together to cook a meal and share in the simple pleasures of community. Taken by Dorothea Lange for the Farm Security Administration, this photograph is an important part of American heritage and a testament to the enduring power of photography to capture and preserve history. The image has been preserved in the Library of Congress and continues to inspire and inform generations of viewers.
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