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Burned out in Montana... Priest River country, Bonner County, Idaho, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Burned out in Montana... Priest River country, Bonner County, Idaho, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Burned out in Montana, this farmer is making a new start on cut-over land. Priest River country. Bonner County, Idaho
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Burned out in Montana. . . Priest River country, Bonner County, Idaho, 1939
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. This poignant photograph captured by Dorothea Lange tells a story of resilience and hope amidst the hardships of the Great Depression. The image portrays a farmer standing proudly on his newly acquired cut-over land in Priest River country, Bonner County, Idaho. His determination to make a fresh start is evident as he rebuilds his life from the ashes. The devastation caused by fire has left its mark on this landscape; burnt trees stand as silent witnesses to past struggles. Yet, against this backdrop of destruction, the farmer stands tall with an air of quiet strength. He wears worn-out clothes and braces that speak volumes about the challenges he has faced. Lange's composition captures not only the physical transformation taking place but also reflects upon deeper themes such as economic hardship and human perseverance. This photograph serves as a reminder that even in times of adversity, individuals can find solace in nature's embrace. Dorothea Lange's work for the Farm Security Administration during this era documented stories like these across America. Through her lens, she shed light on both poverty-stricken communities and their indomitable spirit. As we gaze at this powerful image today, it serves as a testament to our shared history—a visual representation of how ordinary people overcame extraordinary circumstances with unwavering determination and resilience.
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