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IRRIGATION, 1939. A tenant farmer irrigating his small corn field with buckets
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IRRIGATION, 1939. A tenant farmer irrigating his small corn field with buckets
IRRIGATION, 1939.
A tenant farmer irrigating his small corn field with buckets of water in Grays Harbor County, Washington State. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, August 1939
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1939 August Bucket Corn Crop Dorothea Farm Farmer Farming Field Great Depression Irrigation Lange New Deal Northwest Pacific Northwest Rural Summer Tenant Washington State Watering
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Irrigation, 1939 - A Glimpse into the Resilience of American Farmers
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. This photograph, taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in August 1939, transports us back to a time when tenant farmers faced immense challenges during the Great Depression. The image showcases a hardworking farmer in Grays Harbor County, Washington State, diligently irrigating his small corn field using nothing but buckets of water. In this snapshot of daily life on the farm, we witness the indomitable spirit and resourcefulness that defined America's agricultural communities during this era. Despite limited resources and arduous conditions, this tenant farmer is determined to nurture his crop under the scorching summer sun. Each bucketful represents not only his dedication but also his hope for a bountiful harvest. Lange's lens captures more than just an act of irrigation; it encapsulates an entire way of life shaped by perseverance and resilience. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of how ordinary individuals were affected by larger historical events such as economic depression and government initiatives like the New Deal. As we gaze upon this image from nearly eight decades ago, let us reflect on the sacrifices made by those who tilled these fields with their bare hands. Their unwavering commitment to their land symbolizes both their connection to nature and their determination to provide for themselves and their families. The Granger Collection presents this print as a tribute to all those unsung heroes who worked tirelessly behind
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