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Nebraska farmer come to pick peas, near Calipatria, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Nebraska farmer come to pick peas, near Calipatria, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Nebraska farmer come to pick peas. Near Calipatria, California
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This evocative photograph, titled "Nebraska Farmer Come to Pick Peas. Near Calipatria, California," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in the 1930s during the Great Depression. The image portrays a weary farmer, dressed in bib overalls and a cowboy hat, taking a break from his labor-intensive work in the California pea fields. The farmer's worn clothing, the creases on his face, and the cigarette dangling from his lips all speak to the harsh realities of the era. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the displacement and forced migration that occurred during this period. Many farmers, like this one, were forced to leave their homes and travel long distances in search of work and sustenance. The economic depression had left them destitute, and agriculture, once a source of pride and self-sufficiency, had become a means of survival. The image also showcases the fashion of the time, with the farmer wearing dungarees and a work shirt, typical apparel for farm laborers during the era. The photograph's composition, with the farmer standing alone against the backdrop of the vast, barren landscape, underscores the isolation and loneliness that came with the displacement and migration. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering documentarian of the Great Depression, captured this moment with sensitivity and empathy, providing a glimpse into the lives of the displaced and the hardships they faced. The photograph is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, even in the face of adversity.
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