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Plant quarantine inspectors examining plane at the Glendale Airport, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Plant quarantine inspectors examining plane at the Glendale Airport, California, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Plant quarantine inspectors examining plane at the Glendale Airport, California
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In this evocative photograph taken by renowned American documentary photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937, plant quarantine inspectors meticulously examine the cargo of a plane at the Grand Central Airport in Glendale, California. The Great Depression had left many Americans struggling to make ends meet, and the air transport industry was no exception. Amidst the economic downturn, the inspection of incoming planes for agricultural pests and diseases was a crucial job that helped protect the country's agricultural industry. The scene unfolds as a group of inspectors, dressed in formal attire and wearing protective masks, cluster around the plane's cargo hold. One inspector carefully examines a crate, while another checks the contents of a baggage trolley. A third man climbs a ladder to inspect the plane's underside. The serious expressions on their faces convey the importance of their work, while the plane's propellers and the trolley's wheels add visual interest to the image. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the role that agriculture played in the American economy during the 1930s and the efforts made to protect it from external threats. The image also showcases the dedication and hard work of the inspectors, who were essential in safeguarding the country's borders and ensuring the health of its citizens. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in American photography, captured this moment with her unerring ability to document the human condition with empathy and insight. The photograph is a valuable heritage art piece that offers a glimpse into the past and sheds light on the resilience and determination of the American spirit during challenging times.
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