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A road sign for a Farm Security Administration labor camp in Caldwell, Idaho. Photograph by Russell Lee, June 1941
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A road sign for a Farm Security Administration labor camp in Caldwell, Idaho. Photograph by Russell Lee, June 1941
LABOR CAMP SIGN, 1941.
A road sign for a Farm Security Administration labor camp in Caldwell, Idaho. Photograph by Russell Lee, June 1941
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Media ID 13213973
1941 Caldwell Camp Great Depression Idaho June Labor Camp Migration New Deal Northwest Roadside Rural Russell Sign Summer
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This photograph captures a significant piece of American history - a road sign for a Farm Security Administration (FSA) labor camp in Caldwell, Idaho. Taken by renowned photographer Russell Lee in June 1941, this image offers a glimpse into the early years of the Great Depression era. The sign stands tall on the roadside, bearing the words "LABOR CAMP" in bold letters. Its weathered appearance tells stories of countless migrant workers who sought refuge and employment during those challenging times. The FSA labor camps were part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal program, aimed at providing relief to struggling farmers and their families. Lee's composition beautifully portrays the rural landscape surrounding the camp. The mid-summer sunlight casts long shadows across the scene, enhancing its nostalgic charm. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of both hardship and resilience that characterized this period in American history. As we gaze upon this historical artifact captured through Lee's lens, we are transported back to an important chapter when migration was rampant and hope was sought amidst economic turmoil. It is through images like these that we can appreciate how far our nation has come while also acknowledging the struggles faced by previous generations.
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