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BEAN VINES, 1938. A farm girl seated on a porch behind butter bean vines in Memphis, Tennessee
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BEAN VINES, 1938. A farm girl seated on a porch behind butter bean vines in Memphis, Tennessee
BEAN VINES, 1938.
A farm girl seated on a porch behind butter bean vines in Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, June 1938
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1938 Adolescent Bean Beanstalk Black Child Crop Dorothea Great Depression June Lange Memphis New Deal Porch Rural Tennessee Vine Young Southeast
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BEAN VINES, 1938 - A Glimpse into Rural Life during the Great Depression
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. This photograph, taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in June 1938, transports us to a humble porch in Memphis, Tennessee. The image portrays a young African American farm girl seated amidst lush butter bean vines that envelop the porch. Her adolescent features reflect both innocence and resilience as she becomes one with her surroundings. During this era of economic hardship known as the Great Depression, rural communities like this one relied heavily on agriculture for survival. The beans growing behind her symbolize hope and sustenance amidst adversity. As we observe her contemplative gaze, we can only imagine the challenges she faced at such an early age. Lange's lens captures not just a portrait but also tells a larger story about life in the Southeast during this tumultuous period. This photograph is part of Lange's extensive documentation commissioned by the Farm Security Administration (FSA) under President Roosevelt's New Deal program. Through this powerful image, we are reminded of the strength and determination exhibited by individuals living through difficult times. It serves as a poignant reminder of our shared history and invites us to reflect upon how far we have come since then.
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