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Mr. Leatherman, homesteader, shooting hawks... Pie Town, New Mexico, 1940. Creator: Russell Lee
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Mr. Leatherman, homesteader, shooting hawks... Pie Town, New Mexico, 1940. Creator: Russell Lee
Mr. Leatherman, homesteader, shooting hawks which have been carrying away his chickens, Pie Town, New Mexico
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In this photograph taken by Russell Lee in 1940, we are transported to the rugged landscapes of Pie Town, New Mexico. The image captures Mr. Leatherman, a determined homesteader clad in denim jeans and a weathered shirt, aiming his shotgun at the sky. His face reflects both concentration and frustration as he takes aim at the hawks that have been plaguing his chicken coop. The scene is emblematic of the challenges faced by agricultural workers during this era. Hawks swooping down from above posed a constant threat to farmers' livelihoods, snatching away their precious poultry with ease. In an act of self-defense and protection for his flock, Mr. Leatherman has taken matters into his own hands. This photograph not only showcases the resilience and resourcefulness of rural life but also serves as a testament to the deep connection between humans and animals in America's heartland. It reveals how individuals like Mr. Leatherman were willing to go to great lengths to safeguard their farms against nature's relentless forces. Russell Lee's masterful composition transports us back in time, allowing us to witness firsthand one man's battle against adversity on the vast plains of New Mexico. Through this still image captured by an iconic photographer associated with Farm Security Administration (FSA), we gain insight into both historical context and regionalism while appreciating the timeless struggle between man and nature that continues even today.
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