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RURAL CLASSROOM, 1939. Interior of a one-room schoolhouse with seven pupils enrolled
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RURAL CLASSROOM, 1939. Interior of a one-room schoolhouse with seven pupils enrolled
RURAL CLASSROOM, 1939.
Interior of a one-room schoolhouse with seven pupils enrolled, Baker County, Oregon. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, October 1939
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1939 Academic Blackboard Classroom Desk Dorothea Education Great Depression Lange Literacy New Deal Northwest October One Room School House Oregon Rural Wood Burning Stove
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This photograph, titled "RURAL CLASSROOM, 1939" takes us back in time to a simpler era of education. The image showcases the interior of a quaint one-room schoolhouse located in Baker County, Oregon. It was captured by the talented photographer Dorothea Lange in October 1939. Within this humble classroom setting, we see seven young pupils eagerly engaged in their studies. Their youthful faces reflect both innocence and determination as they sit at wooden desks arranged neatly throughout the room. A large blackboard dominates the front wall, serving as a canvas for knowledge to be imparted upon these eager minds. The rustic charm of this rural schoolhouse is evident through its simple yet functional design. A wood-burning stove stands proudly at one corner, providing warmth during cold Oregon winters while also symbolizing an era when modern amenities were scarce. Lange's photograph offers us a glimpse into early American education during the Great Depression era when resources were limited but hope remained steadfast. This image serves as a testament to the resilience and dedication of teachers who tirelessly nurtured young minds despite challenging circumstances. As we admire this historical snapshot frozen in time, it reminds us of how far our educational system has come since then while also highlighting the importance of preserving our rich heritage for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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