Farm Security Administration (FSA) migrant labor camp. Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California. 155 migrant families in camp. One third had no work; two-thirds were finding part-time work harvesting spring peas, earning on average (head of family) four dollars and twenty cents a week
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Grower's camp for pickers on large pea ranch along ditch bank. Growers' camps in Imperial Valley and elsewhere have been much improved this year largely because of influence of Farm Security Administion (FSA) migrant camp program. Near Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California
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Untitled photo, possibly related to: One of a row of tents, home of a pea picker. Near Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California
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![The image depicts a dilapidated tent structure with large openings and sagging fabric, suggesting it is weathered or in disrepair. A single hat hangs from the peak of the tent's entrance. In front of the tent are various objects: an old-fashioned metal tub possibly used for cooking or washing; another cylindrical container that appears aged; a small bucket on the ground with its contents not visible due to lighting and shadowing effects; a wooden plank leaning against what could be part of an interior wall, serving as a makeshift step leading into the tent. The scene is set in daylight under clear skies, evidenced by strong shadows cast across the objects and floor.
The photograph conveys a sense of abandonment or hardship with its focus on the worn-out appearance of the tent and sparse surroundings. There's no direct indication of human presence within this frame; however, one can infer that it may belong to someone who lives in temporary quarters due to conditions suggested by the setting. The image has an historical feel likely dating back several decades based on the style of objects depicted—such as the metal tub—and overall composition and black-and-white tonality.
This photo is part of a larger collection, potentially documenting life during times of economic hardship or displacement, such as in rural agricultural communities where workers like pea pickers might reside temporarily. The mention of Calipatria sugg [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/269/722/426/142/954/original/63fa189cf1ce89bc.jpeg "The image depicts a dilapidated tent structure with large openings and sagging fabric, suggesting it is weathered or in disrepair. A single hat hangs from the peak of the tent's entrance. In front of the tent are various objects: an old-fashioned metal tub possibly used for cooking or washing; another cylindrical container that appears aged; a small bucket on the ground with its contents not visible due to lighting and shadowing effects; a wooden plank leaning against what could be part of an interior wall, serving as a makeshift step leading into the tent. The scene is set in daylight under clear skies, evidenced by strong shadows cast across the objects and floor.
The photograph conveys a sense of abandonment or hardship with its focus on the worn-out appearance of the tent and sparse surroundings. There's no direct indication of human presence within this frame; however, one can infer that it may belong to someone who lives in temporary quarters due to conditions suggested by the setting. The image has an historical feel likely dating back several decades based on the style of objects depicted—such as the metal tub—and overall composition and black-and-white tonality.
This photo is part of a larger collection, potentially documenting life during times of economic hardship or displacement, such as in rural agricultural communities where workers like pea pickers might reside temporarily. The mention of Calipatria sugg [...]")
Ditch bank housing for Mexican field workers. Imperial Valley, California
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Drinking water for field worker's family. Imperial Valley, California, near El Centro
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Mexican family. Brawley County, Imperial Valley, California
One of a row of tents, home of a pea picker. Near Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California
Mexican cantaloupe pickers. Gang labor. Imperial Valley, California
![This black and white photograph depicts three individuals working in a vast field of crops. They are all wearing wide-brimmed hats to protect themselves from the sun, indicative of outdoor labor under bright daylight conditions. The two figures closest to us appear to be bent over, suggesting they might be picking or harvesting produce; their hands seem engaged with the plants at ground level. In contrast, a third person stands upright and is facing away from the camera, walking through the field and perhaps monitoring or supervising the work of the others.
The landscape features an expansive crop that stretches out towards rolling hills in the background. Sparse vegetation can be seen on these distant slopes under a clear sky with no visible clouds. The terrain appears arid but fertile enough for extensive agricultural use, which is characteristic of certain regions known as "imperial valleys" due to their ability to support large-scale farming.
The image captures a moment that likely represents the daily labor and life conditions faced by farm workers in Imperial Valley during the late 19th century. The historical context suggests themes of migration for work opportunities, agricultural exploitation through gang or share labor systems prevalent at the time. It is important to note this photograph's significance as an artifact documenting the human aspect of farming history in America.
This image has been identified [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/228/906/781/785/610/original/fb9500377439c814.jpeg "This black and white photograph depicts three individuals working in a vast field of crops. They are all wearing wide-brimmed hats to protect themselves from the sun, indicative of outdoor labor under bright daylight conditions. The two figures closest to us appear to be bent over, suggesting they might be picking or harvesting produce; their hands seem engaged with the plants at ground level. In contrast, a third person stands upright and is facing away from the camera, walking through the field and perhaps monitoring or supervising the work of the others.
The landscape features an expansive crop that stretches out towards rolling hills in the background. Sparse vegetation can be seen on these distant slopes under a clear sky with no visible clouds. The terrain appears arid but fertile enough for extensive agricultural use, which is characteristic of certain regions known as \"imperial valleys\" due to their ability to support large-scale farming.
The image captures a moment that likely represents the daily labor and life conditions faced by farm workers in Imperial Valley during the late 19th century. The historical context suggests themes of migration for work opportunities, agricultural exploitation through gang or share labor systems prevalent at the time. It is important to note this photograph's significance as an artifact documenting the human aspect of farming history in America.
This image has been identified [...]")
Truck driver's family. Imperial Valley, California
![The alt text for this image is "A black and white photograph showing a woman sitting on the floor, with her young child next to her. The adult has dark hair pulled back into two braids that extend down her shoulders. She wears a sleeveless dress patterned in red checkered fabric with white trim at the edges of each square."
The additional information about this image can be found by visiting Truck driver's family, Imperial Valley, California (https://images.loener.nl/DorotheaLange/full/6483/64833186ba25398d907dff9e.jpg). This photo appears to capture a candid moment of familial life in the mid-20th century. It was taken by Dorothea Lange, known for her work documenting social issues and working-class Americans during that era.
This photograph seems to be part of an archive or collection showcasing Lange's work on various aspects of American society at different times throughout history. The setting appears humble with simple furniture visible in the background, suggesting a modest lifestyle. Dorothea Lange was influential as she documented her subjects' stories and conditions through visual storytelling which brought attention to issues such as poverty, racism, rural living, migratory laborers like truck drivers (implying hardship faced by families), during the Great Depression era of 1930s USA.
The image is significant because it provides a glimpse into daily life for working-class individuals in America and also serves [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/213/622/289/371/138/original/1a419118f0755af5.jpeg "The alt text for this image is \"A black and white photograph showing a woman sitting on the floor, with her young child next to her. The adult has dark hair pulled back into two braids that extend down her shoulders. She wears a sleeveless dress patterned in red checkered fabric with white trim at the edges of each square.\"
The additional information about this image can be found by visiting Truck driver's family, Imperial Valley, California (https://images.loener.nl/DorotheaLange/full/6483/64833186ba25398d907dff9e.jpg). This photo appears to capture a candid moment of familial life in the mid-20th century. It was taken by Dorothea Lange, known for her work documenting social issues and working-class Americans during that era.
This photograph seems to be part of an archive or collection showcasing Lange's work on various aspects of American society at different times throughout history. The setting appears humble with simple furniture visible in the background, suggesting a modest lifestyle. Dorothea Lange was influential as she documented her subjects' stories and conditions through visual storytelling which brought attention to issues such as poverty, racism, rural living, migratory laborers like truck drivers (implying hardship faced by families), during the Great Depression era of 1930s USA.
The image is significant because it provides a glimpse into daily life for working-class individuals in America and also serves [...]")
Calipatria, Imperial Valley. Idle pea pickers discuss prospects for work. California
Migratory Mexican field worker's home on the edge of a frozen pea field. Imperial Valley, California
Mexican cantaloupe pickers at 5:00 a.m. Imperial Valley, California. Gang labor. Harvests on contract by the crate. On these large ranches immediately adjacent to the border, Mexican pickers cross daily into the United States to work
A street in Brawley, Imperial Valley. Homes of Mexican field laborers. California
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Kern County, California. Night street meeting of cotton strikers near end of defeated strike. Strikers received seventy-five cents per 100 pounds; demanded one dollar. In 1910 cotton growers in Imperial County advertised for pickers in the Southwest to come to Imperial Valley to pick for one dollar per 100 pounds
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Waiting for the semimonthly relief checks at Calipatria, Imperial Valley, California. Typical story: fifteen years ago they owned farms in Oklahoma. Lost them through foreclosure when cotton prices fell after the war. Became tenants and sharecroppers
Young Oklahoma mother, age 18, penniless in California. Imperial Valley. 1937
Portrait of a Mexican-American child. Imperial Valley, California
Imperial Valley, California, Mexican. He tells his story: he helped drive the French out of Mexico, fought against Maximilian, and he has, by serving the crops for many years, help build up Imperial Valley
![The image is a black and white photograph depicting an urban street scene. The road appears to be unpaved, with visible tracks from vehicles or carts. On the left side of the street stands a wooden fence and a small building that could serve as a shed or storage facility.
A woman wearing traditional clothing including what seems like a head covering and long skirt walks down the dirt path; she is looking downwards in her stride possibly indicating fatigue or focus on something not visible to us. To the right, two individuals are seated outside against a wooden fence with chicken wire meshing attached at its top edge. One person appears younger than the other but both have their backs turned towards the camera.
Behind them stands another structure made of wood and metal sheets forming walls; it is somewhat dilapidated showing signs of weathering or neglect such as peeling paint, rusted sections on metal parts, and overall disrepair which adds to an atmosphere of poverty. In various locations around this building are scattered pieces of trash like newspapers indicating a lack of proper waste management.
Further down the street there's another person standing beside what seems to be a utility pole or similar structure with other faint silhouettes in the distance adding depth but not clearly discernible due to poor focus and lighting conditions. The overall condition looks grim suggesting socio-economic hardships possibly [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/125/671/622/017/603/original/daae73e812c15216.jpeg "The image is a black and white photograph depicting an urban street scene. The road appears to be unpaved, with visible tracks from vehicles or carts. On the left side of the street stands a wooden fence and a small building that could serve as a shed or storage facility.
A woman wearing traditional clothing including what seems like a head covering and long skirt walks down the dirt path; she is looking downwards in her stride possibly indicating fatigue or focus on something not visible to us. To the right, two individuals are seated outside against a wooden fence with chicken wire meshing attached at its top edge. One person appears younger than the other but both have their backs turned towards the camera.
Behind them stands another structure made of wood and metal sheets forming walls; it is somewhat dilapidated showing signs of weathering or neglect such as peeling paint, rusted sections on metal parts, and overall disrepair which adds to an atmosphere of poverty. In various locations around this building are scattered pieces of trash like newspapers indicating a lack of proper waste management.
Further down the street there's another person standing beside what seems to be a utility pole or similar structure with other faint silhouettes in the distance adding depth but not clearly discernible due to poor focus and lighting conditions. The overall condition looks grim suggesting socio-economic hardships possibly [...]")
