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In mobile camp at end of season, cold day, FSA camp, Merrill, Klamath County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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In mobile camp at end of season, cold day, FSA camp, Merrill, Klamath County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
In mobile camp at end of season, cold day. Merrill, Klamath County, Oregon, FSA (Farm Security Administration) camp
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In Mobile Camp at End of Season: A Glimpse into the Harsh Realities of Depression-Era America". This poignant photograph, captured by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, offers a glimpse into the challenging living conditions experienced by families during the Great Depression. The image showcases an FSA (Farm Security Administration) camp located in Merrill, Klamath County, Oregon. On this cold day at the end of the season, we witness a mobile camp nestled amidst the tranquil countryside. The rustic charm of these makeshift homes is juxtaposed against their stark reality - poverty and economic hardship. Chimneys protrude from each dwelling, emitting smoke that serves as a testament to both warmth and struggle. Lange's lens invites us to contemplate the impact of economic recession on rural communities. A ladder leans against one home's exterior wall while steps lead up to another entrance – symbols of resilience and determination despite adversity. The composition evokes empathy for those who called this camp their temporary refuge during desperate times. It reminds us that behind every still image lies a story untold; stories marked by human perseverance and hope amid dire circumstances. Preserved within this historical print held by the Library of Congress' Congressional Library collection, Lange's work continues to serve as a powerful reminder of our shared heritage. Through her lens, she immortalizes not only physical structures but also intangible emotions – capturing an era defined by struggle yet illuminated with strength and resilience.
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