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Single man, three weeks before opening of Klamath... Tulelake, Siskiyou County, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Single man, three weeks before opening of Klamath... Tulelake, Siskiyou County, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Single man, three weeks before the opening of the Klamath Basin potato harvest. California, Siskiyou County, Tulelake
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This powerful photograph, captured by Dorothea Lange in 1939, depicts a single man standing amidst the vast expanse of Klamath Basin in Tulelake, Siskiyou County, California. With just three weeks remaining before the opening of the potato harvest season, this portrait encapsulates the struggles faced by rural Americans during the Great Depression. Lange's lens reveals a man burdened by economic hardship and displacement. Homelessness is etched on his face as he gazes into the distance, perhaps contemplating an uncertain future. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the widespread poverty that plagued America during this era. The composition evokes a sense of solitude against an expansive countryside backdrop. The man's presence symbolizes not only his personal struggle but also represents countless others who were forced to migrate in search of work and sustenance. Through her lens, Lange captures both individual suffering and collective resilience. As part of her documentation for the Farm Security Administration (FSA) and Office of War Information (OWI), Lange aimed to shed light on social issues plaguing American society at that time. Her photographs became iconic symbols of empathy towards those affected by poverty and unemployment. Today, this historic print stands as a testament to Lange's legacy as one of America's most influential photographers. It serves as a visual record reminding us never to forget our nation's past struggles while inspiring us to strive for compassion and equality in our present-day society.
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