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Migrants tents... along the right of way of the Southern Pacific, Near Fresno, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Migrants tents... along the right of way of the Southern Pacific, Near Fresno, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Migrants tents are a common sight along the right of way of the Southern Pacific. Near Fresno, California. [Sign: Railroad Crossing ]
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This powerful photograph by Dorothea Lange captures a poignant scene from the Great Depression era in America. The image showcases a row of migrants' tents along the right of way of the Southern Pacific railway near Fresno, California in 1939. The sign indicating a railroad crossing serves as a stark reminder of the constant movement and displacement experienced by those affected by economic hardships during this time. Lange's lens focuses on the harsh reality faced by many families who were forced to migrate in search of work and better opportunities. The composition highlights the vastness of the countryside, emphasizing their isolation amidst an unforgiving landscape. These makeshift camps, known as Hoovervilles, became temporary homes for countless individuals struggling to survive. As part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA), Lange documented these scenes with empathy and compassion, shedding light on poverty-stricken rural life across America. Her photographs became iconic symbols that helped raise awareness about social issues during one of America's darkest periods. Today, this photograph stands as a testament to resilience and human spirit in times of adversity. It serves as a historical record reminding us not only of our past but also urging us to address present-day challenges related to poverty, displacement, and migration worldwide.
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