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MIGRANT WORKER, 1936. An African American peach picker in Muscella, Georgia
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MIGRANT WORKER, 1936. An African American peach picker in Muscella, Georgia
MIGRANT WORKER, 1936.
An African American peach picker in Muscella, Georgia. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, June 1936
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1936 Black Georgia Great Depression Hand June Migrant Worker New Deal Pail Peach Photo Picker Poor Rural Summer Working Class Southeast
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This powerful photograph captures the harsh reality of a migrant worker's life during the Great Depression in 1936. The image showcases an African American peach picker in Muscella, Georgia, her face etched with exhaustion and determination. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange, this snapshot encapsulates the struggles faced by many working-class individuals during that era. The woman's weathered hand clutches a pail filled to the brim with freshly picked peaches, symbolizing her tireless labor under scorching summer sun. Her worn-out attire reflects the poverty that plagued rural communities at the time. Despite these hardships, there is an undeniable strength emanating from her gaze - a testament to resilience amidst adversity. Lange's composition beautifully contrasts light and shadow, emphasizing both the physical toll of manual labor and the dignity of this unnamed worker. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of America's history and highlights how marginalized communities were disproportionately affected by economic downturns. As we reflect on this image today, it prompts us to acknowledge our shared responsibility in creating equitable opportunities for all members of society. It reminds us that behind every historical event lies individual stories waiting to be heard and understood.
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