SPRAYING CROPS, 1939. Homesteader spraying potatoes with pesticide, Tygart Valley, West Virginia

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SPRAYING CROPS, 1939. Homesteader spraying potatoes with pesticide, Tygart Valley, West Virginia

SPRAYING CROPS, 1939.
Homesteader spraying potatoes with pesticide, Tygart Valley, West Virginia. Photograph by John Vachon in June 1939

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1939 Chemical Crop Denim Farmer Farming Fedora Great Depression Homesteader June Migrant Worker New Deal Overalls Poor Potato Rural Summer Vachon West Virginia Working Class Pesticide Southeast Spraying

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "Spraying Crops, 1939" captures a poignant moment in American history. The image transports us to the Tygart Valley in West Virginia during the summer of 1939, where a hardworking homesteader is seen diligently spraying pesticide on his potato crops. The man's rugged appearance reflects the daily struggles faced by farmers during this era of economic hardship known as the Great Depression. Dressed in denim overalls and wearing a fedora hat to shield himself from the scorching sun, he embodies resilience and determination. Photographed by John Vachon as part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) project initiated under President Roosevelt's New Deal policies, this image serves as a powerful reminder of how government intervention aimed to support struggling communities across America. Intriguingly captured against an early rural backdrop with vast fields stretching into the distance, this snapshot encapsulates both hope and desperation. It symbolizes not only one man's battle against pests threatening his livelihood but also represents countless others who relied on farming for survival. As we gaze at this historic print, it prompts us to reflect on our agricultural heritage and appreciate those who worked tirelessly to feed their families amidst challenging circumstances. This photograph is an enduring testament to the indomitable spirit of working-class Americans striving for better lives despite adversity.

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