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Plant quarantine inspectors examining goods bought... before entering El Paso, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Plant quarantine inspectors examining goods bought... before entering El Paso, Texas, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Plant quarantine inspectors examining goods bought in Juarez, Mexico before entering El Paso, Texas
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This evocative photograph, captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937, depicts plant quarantine inspectors meticulously examining goods brought from Juarez, Mexico, before they could enter El Paso, Texas. Amidst the backdrop of the Great Depression, the economic hardships were felt acutely along the border, where the flow of produce and other goods was subjected to rigorous inspection by the Bureau of Plant Quarantine, a division of the Department of Agriculture. The scene unfolds in a nondescript, windowless building, where the inspectors, both male and female, are deeply focused on their task. The man in the foreground, wearing a white shirt and tie, carefully inspects a basket of fruit, while his female counterpart, dressed in a simple blouse and skirt, checks a pile of produce on a nearby table. The serious expressions on their faces convey a sense of duty and importance, as they work to prevent the introduction of harmful pests and diseases into the United States. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the border crossing process during this era, when the movement of goods and people was closely monitored and regulated. The stark contrast between the inspectors' focused intensity and the seemingly mundane surroundings underscores the vital role they played in protecting the country's agricultural industry and food supply. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration and the Office of War Information. Her ability to reveal the human stories behind the economic and social issues of the time continues to resonate with audiences today.
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