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Department of Agriculture plant quarantine inspectors, Glendale Airport, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Department of Agriculture plant quarantine inspectors, Glendale Airport, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Department of Agriculture plant quarantine inspectors examining Pan American Airways plane from Mexico on its arrival at the Glendale Airport, California
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This photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937, captures a pivotal moment at Glendale Airport in California during the Great Depression. The scene shows a team of Department of Agriculture plant quarantine inspectors meticulously examining the cargo of a Pan American Airways plane that had just arrived from Mexico. The inspectors, dressed in uniforms and wearing protective gear, are seen checking the plane's cargo hold for any potential plant pests or diseases that could pose a threat to American agriculture. The image offers a glimpse into the important role that air transport played in the interconnected global economy of the 1930s, even during the depths of the Great Depression. The African American baggage handlers, dressed in work clothes and using a baggage trolley, are also visible in the background, adding to the hustle and bustle of airport activity. The inspectors' serious expressions and focused attention convey the importance of their work in safeguarding the country's agricultural industry. This photograph is an essential piece of heritage art that captures the historical significance of the time, as well as the daily workings of the airport during the era of air travel's infancy. The use of a nitrate negative adds to the photograph's historical value, making it a valuable addition to any collection focused on American history, economics, or the history of aviation.
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