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MILWAUKEE: STREET, 1936. Working class houses on Detroit and Van Buren Streets
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MILWAUKEE: STREET, 1936. Working class houses on Detroit and Van Buren Streets
MILWAUKEE: STREET, 1936.
Working class houses on Detroit and Van Buren Streets, near the electric railroad, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Photograph by Carl Mydans, April 1936
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1936 April Auto Carl Electric Electricity Factory Great Depression Housing Industry Milwaukee Mydans New Deal Powerline Science Telephone Pole Telephone Wire Wisconsin Working Class Watertank
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This photograph, titled "MILWAUKEE: STREET, 1936" offers a glimpse into the working-class neighborhood of Detroit and Van Buren Streets in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Taken by renowned photographer Carl Mydans in April 1936, during the height of the Great Depression, this image beautifully captures the essence of everyday life in America's heartland. The scene depicts rows of modest working-class houses lining the street near an electric railroad. The presence of telephone poles and power lines adds a touch of modernity to this otherwise traditional neighborhood. A factory can be seen in the distance, symbolizing industrialization as a vital part of these residents' lives. Despite economic hardships faced during that era, there is an undeniable sense of resilience emanating from these homes. Each house tells its own story through unique architectural details such as porches and chimneys. A water tank stands tall against the backdrop, serving as a reminder that even amidst struggle, basic necessities like clean water were not compromised. This photograph serves as a powerful visual representation of both hardship and hope during one of America's most challenging periods. It reflects how communities came together to support one another while striving for better days ahead under President Roosevelt's New Deal policies. Carl Mydans masterfully captured this slice-of-life moment on film with his keen eye for detail and composition. As we gaze upon this print today, it allows us to reflect on our shared history while appreciating the strength and determination exhibited by
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