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High school in Escalante, Utah, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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High school in Escalante, Utah, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
High school in Escalante, Utah
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This evocative photograph, titled "High school in Escalante, Utah," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936. The image is a poignant reminder of the Great Depression era in the United States, a time of economic hardship and struggle. The deserted high school building, located in the small town of Escalante, Utah, stands as a symbol of the challenges faced by rural communities during this period. The photograph, which is part of the Farm Security Administration (FSA) collection, was taken during Lange's tenure with the agency. The FSA was established to provide relief to rural areas affected by the Great Depression, and Lange's work for the organization helped to bring national attention to the plight of rural Americans. The exterior of the school is framed by a row of telegraph poles, their wooden structures contrasting starkly against the barren desert landscape. The telegraph poles, which once carried messages and news from the outside world, now stand as silent witnesses to the isolation and abandonment of this once bustling educational institution. The photograph was taken using a nitrate negative, a type of photographic film that was commonly used during the 1930s. The image has been preserved in the Library of Congress, a testament to the historical significance of Lange's work. The photograph is also part of the Office of War Information (OWI) collection, which documents the social and economic conditions of the United States during the Great Depression and World War II. Lange's "High school in Escalante, Utah" is a powerful image that captures the essence of a bygone era, a time of hardship and resilience. The photograph invites us to reflect on the importance of education, communication, and community, and serves as a reminder of the enduring spirit of the American people.
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