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White and blacks solve problems together, Sherwood Eddy cotton cooperative...Mississippi, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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White and blacks solve problems together, Sherwood Eddy cotton cooperative...Mississippi, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
White and blacks solve problems together on the Sherwood Eddy cotton cooperative of Hill House, Mississippi
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This evocative photograph, taken by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936, captures a poignant moment of cooperation between White and African American agricultural workers at the Sherwood Eddy cotton cooperative in Hill House, Mississippi. Amidst the harsh realities of the Great Depression, this image stands as a testament to the resilience and unity of people from diverse backgrounds coming together to address common challenges. The scene is set in the rustic countryside of Mississippi, with the sun casting long shadows over the rolling hills and the earth dotted with cotton plants. A group of men and women, both White and African American, are gathered around a table, deep in conversation. Their faces are etched with the lines of hard work and the weight of the economic crisis, but their eyes reflect a shared determination and focus. The Sherwood Eddy cotton cooperative was part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA), a New Deal agency established to provide relief and support to farmers and rural communities affected by the Great Depression. The cooperative aimed to help farmers sell their crops at fair prices and to provide employment opportunities for farm laborers. This photograph captures the spirit of cooperation and solidarity that was essential to the success of such initiatives. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this image with her keen eye for detail and her ability to convey the human condition with empathy and authenticity. The photograph not only provides a glimpse into the past but also serves as a reminder of the power of unity and collaboration in the face of adversity.
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