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Pea pickers coming into weigh master, Sinclair Ranch, near Calipatria, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Pea pickers coming into weigh master, Sinclair Ranch, near Calipatria, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Pea pickers coming into weigh master. 500 pea pickers in field of large-scale Sinclair Ranch, newly planted to peas. Near Calipatria, California
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This photograph, taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1939, transports us back to a significant era in American history. The image titled "Pea pickers coming into weigh master, Sinclair Ranch, near Calipatria, California" captures the essence of agricultural life during the Great Depression. In this powerful scene, we witness over 500 pea pickers making their way towards the weigh master on the vast fields of Sinclair Ranch. Each individual carries a basket filled with freshly harvested peas as they laboriously traverse through the countryside. Their weary faces and worn-out clothes reflect the hardships faced by farmworkers during that time. Lange's composition skillfully conveys not only the physical toll of manual labor but also hints at the economic struggles prevalent across America. The desolate landscape serves as a backdrop for this poignant snapshot of rural life. As we gaze upon this historic print from Heritage Images' collection housed in the Library of Congress, we are reminded of Lange's remarkable ability to capture human emotions within her photographs. Through her lens, she immortalizes these hardworking men who played an integral role in sustaining agricultural production despite facing immense challenges. This photograph stands as a testament to both Lange's artistic talent and her dedication to documenting social issues that shaped our nation's past. It serves as a timeless reminder of resilience and perseverance amidst adversity – an enduring symbol etched onto nitrate negatives for future generations to appreciate and learn from.
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