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All-crop harvesting, Tulare County, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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All-crop harvesting, Tulare County, California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Twenty-four clients of Farm Security Administration (FSA) under the Rural Rehabilitation program, have cooperatively bought and cooperatively operated an all-crop harvester. The machine was put into operation June 7, 1938. Has to date (Nov. 3, 1938) served on sixty harvesting jobs in wheat, barley, soy beans, and milo maize. Tulare County, California
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This photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1938, captures a significant moment in the agricultural history of Tulare County, California. The image depicts twenty-four farmers, all participants of the Farm Security Administration's (FSA) Rural Rehabilitation program, proudly standing next to their newly acquired all-crop harvester. This cooperative purchase and operation of the machine marked a turning point in their farming practices, enabling them to efficiently harvest various crops, including wheat, barley, soybeans, and milo maize. The all-crop harvester, a symbol of innovation and collaboration during the Great Depression, had been in operation since June 7, 1938, and had served on sixty harvesting jobs by November 3, 1938. The machine, a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of these farmers, revolutionized their farming methods and provided a much-needed boost to their livelihoods. The scene is set against the backdrop of the rural countryside, with the farmers standing tall and determined, their faces etched with the hardships and triumphs of farming life. The image is a poignant reminder of the economic struggles faced during the Great Depression and the innovative solutions that emerged from community cooperation and government assistance. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this moment in history with her unerring ability to tell compelling stories through her images. This photograph is not only an important piece of agricultural heritage but also a visual narrative of the human spirit's ability to adapt and overcome adversity.
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