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Refugee families encamped near Holtville, California
Refugee families encamped near Holtville, California. Date 1937 Mar
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California Encamped Families Refugee
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Introducing the powerful and poignant "Refugee families encamped near Holtville, California" print from Media Storehouse's Poster Prints collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a poignant moment in history from 1937. The black and white photograph poignantly depicts refugee families living in temporary shelters during a time of hardship and displacement. This poster print is a moving reminder of the human spirit and resilience in the face of adversity, making it a thought-provoking addition to any home or office space. Order now and bring this important piece of history into your world.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant photograph taken in March 1937, refugee families are seen encamped near Holtville, California. The image captures a moment in American history when thousands of families were displaced and forced to live in makeshift shelters due to the ongoing Dust Bowl crisis and the Great Depression. The Dust Bowl was a period of severe dust storms and drought that affected the Great Plains region of the United States during the 1930s. Farmers in this area had previously relied on traditional farming methods that proved disastrous when the region experienced prolonged drought and high winds. As a result, crops failed, and families were left with no choice but to abandon their homes and travel west in search of work and relief. The photograph shows a group of refugee families huddled together around a fire, their meager possessions piled up beside them. The children in the image appear to be shivering in the cold, while the adults look weary and resigned to their circumstances. The scene is one of desperation and hardship, yet there is also a sense of community and resilience among the families. The encampment in Holtville was just one of many that sprung up across the country during this time. The federal government responded by establishing the Civilian Conservation Corps and the Federal Emergency Relief Administration to provide temporary employment and relief to the displaced families. However, it would be several years before the situation improved, and many families continued to struggle to make ends meet. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the challenges that refugee families faced during this period in American history and the resilience and determination they showed in the face of adversity. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of compassion and support for those in need.
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