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Advertisement for current movie in town, Westley, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Advertisement for current movie in town, Westley, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Advertisement for current movie in town. The child is a flood refugee of March 1938 from southeast Missouri. Westley, California
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Advertisement for Current Movie in Town, Westley, California, 1939 - A Glimpse into the Lives of Displaced Children during the Great Depression
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photograph taken by Dorothea Lange in 1939, we are transported back to a small town in Westley, California. The image showcases an advertisement for a current movie playing at the local cinema. However, what truly captures our attention is the young girl standing beside it. The child's direct gaze pierces through time and space as she stands there with an air of resilience. We learn that she is a flood refugee from southeast Missouri who was displaced during the devastating floods of March 1938. This poignant detail adds layers of depth to her story and reminds us of the hardships faced by many Americans during this era. Dorothea Lange's lens not only captured moments but also conveyed powerful messages about society and its struggles. Through this photograph, she highlights both irony and hope; juxtaposing entertainment with displacement caused by economic depression. As we reflect on this image today, it serves as a reminder of how climate change can disrupt lives and force migration even within one country. It also invites us to consider how art can be used to shed light on important social issues. Preserved in the Library of Congress' collection, Lange's work continues to resonate with viewers across generations - reminding us that behind every advertisement or movie poster lies stories waiting to be told.
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