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MIGRANT CAMP, 1939. A woman in the doorway of a tent at a camp for migrant workers
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MIGRANT CAMP, 1939. A woman in the doorway of a tent at a camp for migrant workers
MIGRANT CAMP, 1939.
A woman in the doorway of a tent at a camp for migrant workers in Klamath County, Merrill, Oregon. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, October 1939
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1939 Camp Despair Dorothea Great Depression Klamath County Lange Merrill Migrant Worker New Deal Northwest October Oregon Poverty Rural Tent Working Class Unidentified
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MIGRANT CAMP, 1939 - A Portrait of Despair
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. In this haunting photograph captured by Dorothea Lange in October 1939, we are transported to a migrant camp in Klamath County, Merrill, Oregon. The image portrays the harsh reality faced by countless families during the Great Depression era. A woman stands at the doorway of a humble tent, her face etched with weariness and uncertainty. Her identity remains unidentified, but her story is one shared by many working-class individuals who sought refuge in these makeshift settlements. Lange's lens captures not only poverty but also resilience and strength amidst adversity. The woman's gaze reflects both determination and despair as she confronts an uncertain future. She represents the thousands who were uprooted from their homes due to economic hardships and forced to migrate across America in search of work. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the impact that government initiatives like the New Deal had on rural communities during this time. It highlights how important it was for photographers like Lange to document these stories so that they would not be forgotten or overlooked. As we contemplate this powerful image today, let us remember those who endured unimaginable challenges during one of our nation's darkest periods. May it serve as a call for empathy and understanding towards those facing similar struggles today – reminding us that even in times of great hardship, there is always hope for a brighter tomorrow.
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