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Peach pickers, Muscella, Georgia, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Peach pickers, Muscella, Georgia, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Muscella, Georgia. Peach pickers
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Muscella, Georgia, 1936: A Moment in the Life of Peach Pickers This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in the lives of African American peach pickers in Muscella, Georgia, during the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936, this image is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The photograph shows a group of farm laborers, dressed in denim bib overalls and work shirts, taking a brief respite from their labor at a gas station. The scene is one of simple, rural life - the worn clothing, the weathered faces, and the old filling station all speak to the hardships of agricultural work during this era. The peach pickers, who are likely employed by a local farm or agribusiness, are shown gathered around a gas pump, perhaps waiting for a ride or a break from the hot sun. Their expressions are varied - some look weary, others hopeful, and a few seem lost in thought. The image is a powerful reminder of the economic struggles faced by many Americans during the Great Depression, and the importance of community and solidarity in times of hardship. This photograph, titled "Muscella, Georgia. Peach pickers," is a significant work in the oeuvre of Dorothea Lange, who is known for her documentary photography that captured the human condition during the Great Depression. The image is part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) collection, which was established to document the effects of the Depression on rural America and to provide relief to farmers and farm laborers. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a moment in time, and a reminder of the enduring strength and resilience of the human spirit.
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