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Possibly: The famed stockade, Yakima, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Possibly: The famed stockade, Yakima, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
[Untitled, possibly related to: Washington, Yakima. The famed stockade. Used as jail for striking farm workers in 1933. See general caption number 33]
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Possibly: The famed stockade, Yakima, Washington, 1939. This print by Dorothea Lange transports us back to a significant moment in American history. In the midst of the Great Depression, when economic hardships plagued the nation, this imposing structure served as a jail for striking farm workers in 1933. Lange's lens captures not only the physicality of the stockade but also its symbolic weight. Standing tall against an expansive countryside backdrop, it represents a clash between laborers fighting for their rights and a country grappling with economic turmoil. The image evokes a sense of desolation and confinement; its starkness reflecting both the harsh reality faced by those imprisoned within its walls and the broader impact of industrial action during that era. As we gaze upon this historical artifact preserved by Heritage Art, we are reminded of Lange's remarkable ability to document human struggles through her photography. Through her lens, Lange reveals not just buildings or fences but also stories etched into every line on weary faces. Her work becomes an invaluable resource for understanding our past and appreciating how far we have come as a society. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder that even amidst adversity, there is resilience and hope - qualities deeply ingrained in America's agricultural heritage. It stands as testament to Dorothea Lange's enduring legacy as one of America's most influential photographers capturing moments that transcend time itself.
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