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MIGRANT WORKERS, 1936.
African American migrant workers after picking peaches for seventy-five cents a day in the orchards, Muscella, Georgia. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, July 1936
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1936 Black Denim Dorothea Georgia Great Depression July Lange Migrant Worker New Deal Overalls Peach Picker Poverty Rural Straw Hat Summer Working Class Southeast
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This powerful photograph captures a poignant moment in American history. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in July 1936, it depicts African American migrant workers after a grueling day of picking peaches for a meager wage of seventy-five cents. The image showcases the harsh realities faced by these individuals during the Great Depression. The group of men, dressed in worn denim overalls and straw hats to shield themselves from the scorching summer sun, stand together as a symbol of unity amidst adversity. Their tired expressions reveal the physical toll their laborious work has taken on them. Despite their exhaustion, they exude resilience and determination. Lange's composition emphasizes both the strength and vulnerability of these workers. The stark contrast between light and shadow adds depth to the image, highlighting their weary faces against the backdrop of rural Georgia. This photograph serves as a reminder of the hardships endured by marginalized communities during this era. It is an important historical document that sheds light on systemic poverty and economic inequality prevalent at that time. As we reflect upon this image today, it prompts us to consider how far we have come in addressing social injustices while also reminding us that there is still much work to be done towards achieving equality for all.
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