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Tenant family with six children who are rural rehabilitation clients, Greene County, Georgia, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Tenant family with six children who are rural rehabilitation clients, Greene County, Georgia, 1937. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Tenant family with six children who are rural rehabilitation clients of the Farm Security Administration. Greene County, Georgia
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This poignant photograph, captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1937, depicts a tenant family of eight, including six children, who were rural rehabilitation clients of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) in Greene County, Georgia during the Great Depression. The image captures the harsh realities of rural poverty and economic hardship that were prevalent during this period. The family, huddled together in front of their dilapidated, makeshift home, exudes a sense of resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The children, dressed in worn clothing, gaze intently at the camera with a mix of curiosity and apprehension. The adults, a man and a woman, stand behind them, offering a glimpse into their weary and weathered faces, reflecting the countless hours of labor they have endured on the farm. The image is a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by rural communities during this era and the importance of government programs like the FSA in providing assistance and support. Dorothea Lange, a pioneering figure in documentary photography, captured this moment with remarkable sensitivity and empathy, leaving a lasting legacy in the annals of American history.
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