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Migratory family from Louisiana on Works Progress Administration (WPA), California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Migratory family from Louisiana on Works Progress Administration (WPA), California, 1938. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Migratory family from Louisiana, been in California eighteen months now on Works Progress Administration (WPA), receives fifty-five dollars a month. No house available in nearest town under twenty dollars a month
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This poignant photograph, titled "Migratory Family from Louisiana," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in California in 1938. The image is a poignant reminder of the Great Depression era and the struggles faced by millions of Americans during that time. The photograph depicts a migrant family of six, huddled around their meager belongings in the back of an old automobile. The family, who had been in California for eighteen months, were part of the millions of Americans who were forced to leave their homes in search of work and a better life. They were receiving assistance from the Works Progress Administration (WPA), a New Deal program established to provide employment opportunities for unemployed Americans. Despite their hardships, the family's determination and resilience are evident in their expressions. The father, dressed in work clothes, looks intently at the camera, while the mother shields her youngest child from the wind. The older children sit in the back of the car, their faces etched with a mix of exhaustion and hope. The photograph was taken during a time when housing was scarce and expensive, and the family was unable to afford a house in the nearest town under twenty dollars a month. The image captures the harsh realities of rural life during the Great Depression, and the struggles faced by migrant workers as they traveled from place to place in search of work. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the importance of social safety nets and the need for affordable housing, especially during times of economic hardship. It is a testament to the human spirit and the resilience of the American people, and a reminder of the challenges that continue to face many families today.
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