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DUGOUT INTERIOR, 1939. A farm wife seated in a one-room basement dugout in Dead Ox Flat
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DUGOUT INTERIOR, 1939. A farm wife seated in a one-room basement dugout in Dead Ox Flat
DUGOUT INTERIOR, 1939.
A farm wife seated in a one-room basement dugout in Dead Ox Flat, Malheur County, Oregon. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, October 1939
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1939 Basement Dorothea Dress Dugout Farmer Great Depression Lange New Deal Northwest October Oregon Poverty Rocking Chair Rural Spectacles
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This photograph, titled "DUGOUT INTERIOR, 1939" offers a poignant glimpse into the life of a farm wife during the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange in October 1939, this image showcases a one-room basement dugout located in Dead Ox Flat, Malheur County, Oregon. In the center of the frame sits the resilient farm wife herself. Clad in a simple dress that reflects the era's modest fashion choices, she exudes strength and determination despite her challenging circumstances. Her spectacles perched on her nose suggest an intellectual curiosity and resilience that transcends her surroundings. Seated on a worn but sturdy rocking chair within this humble abode, she embodies both grace and hardship. The room's sparse interior hints at poverty prevalent during those trying times. Yet amidst it all, there is an air of perseverance as she gazes directly at the camera with unwavering resolve. Lange's masterful composition captures not only this woman's individual story but also serves as a powerful representation of rural America during an era marked by economic struggle. This photograph stands as a testament to both human resilience and Lange's ability to capture raw emotion through her lens. As we reflect upon this image from our past, let us remember those who endured such hardships while celebrating their spirit and tenacity that helped shape our nation for generations to come.
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