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Cooperating farmers with wagonload of corn... Yamhill County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Cooperating farmers with wagonload of corn... Yamhill County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Cooperating farmers with wagonload of corn. Feeding corn from the wagon through the ensilage cutter from which it is blown thru the pipe into the silo. Yamhill County, Oregon
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Cooperating Farmers - Navigating Hardship and Hope in 1930s Oregon
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. This powerful photograph, captured by the talented Dorothea Lange in 1939, transports us back to a pivotal moment in American history. In Yamhill County, Oregon, amidst the depths of the Great Depression, we witness a group of hardworking farmers determined to overcome adversity. The image showcases a wagonload of corn being tended to by these resilient individuals. With unwavering cooperation and ingenuity, they feed the corn into an ensilage cutter that blows it through a pipe directly into the silo. This innovative technique not only saves time but also ensures their precious harvest is preserved for future use. Lange's lens captures more than just physical labor; it reveals a profound story of resilience and unity within rural America during this challenging era. These men embody dedication as they navigate economic hardships with determination etched upon their faces. As part of President Roosevelt's Farm Security Administration initiative, Lange documented the struggles faced by agricultural workers across America during this time. Her photographs served as both documentation and advocacy tools to shed light on their plight. Today, this image serves as a poignant reminder of our nation's history—a testament to those who persevered against all odds. It stands as an enduring symbol of strength and hope amid times of uncertainty—an ode to those who worked tirelessly to sustain themselves and their communities during one of America's darkest chapters.
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