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Railroad yards, Kearney, Nebraska, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Railroad yards, Kearney, Nebraska, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Railroad yards, Kearney, Nebraska. Overland train passengers go back to their cars after ten minute train stop on trip between San Francisco and Chicago. [White passengers travelling tourist class on " The Challeger", and black Pullman porters]
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Railroad Yards, Kearney, Nebraska, 1939 - A Glimpse into America's Racial Divide
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. This print by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange takes us back to the railroad yards of Kearney, Nebraska in 1939. Capturing a moment frozen in time, it reveals a stark contrast between the experiences of white passengers traveling tourist class on "The Challenger" and their African American counterparts working as Pullman porters. As the overland train makes a ten-minute stop on its journey from San Francisco to Chicago, we witness an intriguing scene unfold. White passengers leisurely make their way back to their compartments after enjoying a brief respite while African American Pullman porters diligently attend to their duties. The image encapsulates not only the racial segregation prevalent during this era but also highlights the economic disparities that existed within society. Dorothea Lange's lens captures both the physical landscape of railway tracks and carriages as well as the social landscape of America at that time. Through her powerful composition and attention to detail, she invites viewers to reflect upon issues such as employment opportunities for African Americans during the Great Depression and how race shaped individuals' experiences even within shared spaces like trains. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of our country's complex history while shedding light on themes of inequality, heritage, profession, and human resilience amidst challenging times. It stands as yet another testament to Dorothea Lange's remarkable ability to capture profound moments that continue to resonate with audiences today.
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