Lange Dorothea Collection
In the midst of the Great Depression, Dorothea Lange captured poignant moments that depicted the struggles and resilience of individuals across America
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In the midst of the Great Depression, Dorothea Lange captured poignant moments that depicted the struggles and resilience of individuals across America. One such story unfolds in Malheur County, Oregon, where Mrs. Cleaver finds herself raising five sons on a new farm. With her husband George Cleaver tirelessly working to develop 177 acres of raw land, this family embodies determination and hope in the face of adversity. Lange's lens then shifts to Person County, North Carolina, where she captures a rail fence with poor barbed wire in the foreground. This image serves as a reminder of the hardships faced by rural communities during this era. Moving westward to Yamhill County, Oregon, we witness scenes of cooperation among farmers. In one photograph, eight farmers drive loaded wagons to the silo while another showcases their collective effort in cutting corn on Miller farm near West Carlton. These images highlight how unity and collaboration were essential for survival during these challenging times. Further south in Klamath County, Oregon lies Merrill - home to a potato cellar documented by Lange. This humble structure represents both sustenance and hard work as families relied on potatoes for nourishment amidst economic uncertainty. As our journey continues into Boundary County, Idaho through Lange's lens once again reveals stories untold elsewhere. A shack at foot hills on poor sandy soil hints at new settlers seeking opportunities despite unfavorable conditions. The Unruf family stands proudly beside their partly developed farm nearby - an embodiment of perseverance against all odds. Finally, Bonner County unveils stumps piled high and ready for burning on Cox farm; a testament to relentless efforts made by families determined to make barren lands fertile once more. Through her photographs capturing everyday life during this tumultuous period in American history, Dorothea Lange immortalizes not only individual stories but also paints a larger picture of resilience and strength within communities striving towards better days ahead.