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Possibly: Washington, Yakima Valley, near Wapato, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Possibly: Washington, Yakima Valley, near Wapato, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
[Untitled, possibly related to: Washington, Yakima Valley, near Wapato. Rural rehabilitation client (Farm Security Administration). Portrait of Chris Adolf. " My father made me work. That was his mistake, he made me work too hard. I learned about farming but nothing out of the books." ]
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This photo print, titled "Possibly: Washington, Yakima Valley, near Wapato, 1939" captures a poignant moment in American history. The image was taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange during the Great Depression as part of her work for the Farm Security Administration (FSA). The photograph features a young girl named Chris Adolf standing proudly amidst the rural landscape. She is dressed in simple clothing that reflects the hardships faced by farming families during this era. Her hat shields her face from the sun as she gazes directly into the camera with determination. In her caption, Lange quotes Chris saying, "My father made me work. . . I learned about farming but nothing out of the books". These words reveal both resilience and regret - a reflection on how child labor was often necessary for survival but deprived children like Chris of a proper education. Lange's composition beautifully captures not only Chris' individual story but also symbolizes the struggles faced by countless families across America during this time. Through her lens, Lange brings attention to issues such as poverty and economic recession while highlighting themes of family heritage and regionalism. This powerful photograph serves as a reminder of our nation's past and encourages us to reflect on how far we have come since then. It stands as an enduring testament to Dorothea Lange's talent for capturing raw emotions through her photography and preserving moments that tell important stories from our shared history.
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