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No garbage disposal, Brawley, Imperial Valley, California, 1935. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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No garbage disposal, Brawley, Imperial Valley, California, 1935. Creator: Dorothea Lange
No garbage disposal. Brawley, Imperial Valley, California
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This evocative photograph, titled "No Garbage Disposal, Brawley, Imperial Valley, California," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1935. The image is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced by many Americans during the Great Depression. The scene portrayed in the photograph is a desolate street in Brawley, California, where a family is seen rummaging through a rubbish dump in search of usable items. The absence of a garbage disposal system in this small farming community was a common issue during the Depression era, forcing residents to scavenge for scraps to make ends meet. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work with the Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency that aimed to provide relief to rural communities affected by the economic downturn. The photograph is part of a larger body of work that chronicles the struggles of the American people during this tumultuous period in history. The image is particularly significant in the context of public health, as the lack of proper waste disposal systems would have posed a significant health risk to residents. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the challenges faced by communities during the Great Depression and the importance of access to basic necessities like garbage disposal. This photograph, which is held in the Library of Congress, is a testament to the enduring power of photography as a medium for documenting history and shedding light on social issues.
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