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Mission District, San Francisco, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Mission District, San Francisco, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Mission District. San Francisco, California. Rent twenty to twenty-two dollars a month for three or four rooms
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Mission District, San Francisco, California, 1936: A Black and White Snapshot of Economic Hardship and Resilience This evocative photograph, captured by the renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936, offers a poignant glimpse into the heart of the Mission District in San Francisco during the Great Depression. The image, titled "Mission District. San Francisco, California. Rent twenty to twenty-two dollars a month for three or four rooms," is a poignant reminder of the economic struggles faced by many Americans during this period. The photograph, held in the Library of Congress, was taken during Lange's tenure with the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and later the Office of War Information (OWI). The image is a film negative, and its grainy texture and stark contrasts speak to the harsh realities of the time. The photograph depicts a row of dilapidated houses, their exteriors weathered and worn, with telegraph poles and wires crisscrossing the scene. The houses, with rents ranging from twenty to twenty-two dollars a month, were likely the only affordable option for many families during the Great Depression. The telegraph poles and wires serve as a reminder of the limited means of communication available during this era, further emphasizing the isolation and insularity of these communities. Despite the economic hardships, there is a sense of resilience and determination in the photograph. The houses, though worn and faded, still stand tall, and the telegraph wires, though rudimentary by today's standards, represent a vital means of connection to the outside world. This photograph is a testament to the enduring spirit of the American people, even in the face of great adversity.
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