Framed Print > Animals > Mammals > Cricetidae > California Mouse
Framed Print : Refugee families encamped near Holtville, California
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Refugee families encamped near Holtville, California
Refugee families encamped near Holtville, California. Date 1937 Mar
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 7259119
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10590712
California Encamped Families Refugee
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Introducing the moving and poignant "Refugee families encamped near Holtville, California" framed print from Media Storehouse. This powerful image, sourced from Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a poignant moment in history as refugee families seek shelter and safety during a difficult time. The black and white photograph, taken in 1937, offers a glimpse into the past and serves as a reminder of the human spirit and resilience. Add this meaningful piece to your home or office decor and start a conversation about compassion, empathy, and the strength of the human condition. This framed print is a must-have for those who appreciate history, social consciousness, and the power of photography.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant photograph taken in March 1937, refugee families are seen encamped near Holtville, California. The image captures a moment in American history when thousands of families were displaced and forced to live in makeshift shelters due to the ongoing Dust Bowl crisis and the Great Depression. The Dust Bowl was a period of severe dust storms and drought that affected the Great Plains region of the United States during the 1930s. Farmers in this area had previously relied on traditional farming methods that proved disastrous when the region experienced prolonged drought and high winds. As a result, crops failed, and families were left with no choice but to abandon their homes and travel west in search of work and relief. The photograph shows a group of refugee families huddled together around a fire, their meager possessions piled up beside them. The children in the image appear to be shivering in the cold, while the adults look weary and resigned to their circumstances. The scene is one of desperation and hardship, yet there is also a sense of community and resilience among the families. The encampment in Holtville was just one of many that sprung up across the country during this time. The federal government responded by establishing the Civilian Conservation Corps and the Federal Emergency Relief Administration to provide temporary employment and relief to the displaced families. However, it would be several years before the situation improved, and many families continued to struggle to make ends meet. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the challenges that refugee families faced during this period in American history and the resilience and determination they showed in the face of adversity. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of compassion and support for those in need.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
