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Father and son building house on outskirts of Salinas, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Father and son building house on outskirts of Salinas, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Father and son building house on outskirts of Salinas, California. Settlement of recently migrated lettuce workers
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Father and Son - Building Dreams Amidst Struggles in 1930s California
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. This poignant photograph, captured by the talented Dorothea Lange in 1939, portrays a powerful moment of resilience amidst the hardships of the Great Depression. Set on the outskirts of Salinas, California, it showcases a father and son working tirelessly to construct their own house. The settlement depicted here is home to recently migrated lettuce workers who have been displaced due to economic circumstances. In this image, we witness the determination etched on their faces as they laboriously build their future from scratch. The carpenter's tools scattered around them symbolize not only their skills but also their unwavering hope for better days ahead. A ladder leans against an unfinished wall, representing both physical progress and metaphorical ascent towards stability. Dorothea Lange's lens captures more than just construction; it encapsulates a profound human story of survival and perseverance during one of America's darkest periods. This photograph serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit that drives individuals even when faced with immense challenges. Preserved within the Library of Congress archives, this image stands as a reminder that despite displacement and forced migration caused by economic turmoil, people continue to forge new beginnings with determination and grit. It is through such historical snapshots that we gain insight into our shared heritage while honoring those who built our nation brick by brick – one dream at a time.
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