Homesteader, farmer, who has been working on the community farm since 1934. Hightstown, New Jersey
#Homesteader #Hightstown #NewJersey #DorotheaLange #theGreatDepression #Lange #WorldWarI #American #America #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
![The image is a black and white photograph featuring an elderly man standing in the middle of a field. He's wearing practical, work-appropriate clothing that includes a short-sleeved button-up shirt with pockets on both sleeves, which are rolled up to his elbows, as well as khaki pants secured by a belt at his waistline. His stance is relaxed yet upright, and he appears confident in the setting around him.
His expression is pleasant; he's smiling directly towards the camera, showcasing white teeth that suggest good dental health or possibly use of an aesthetic aid like dentures. The man has on what seems to be a cap with a brim, which could provide shade from the sun—a common accessory for outdoor laborers. His gaze and posture convey contentment.
The field he's standing in is filled with tall crops that reach nearly as high as his chest. These plants are likely grain or another type of crop commonly cultivated on farms. The sky above him appears to be mostly clear, although there seems to be a hint of cloud cover towards the horizon where trees can faintly be seen.
The photograph has an overall timeless quality due to its monochromatic scheme and composition that emphasizes simplicity and straightforwardness—a common approach in documentary photography which aims to capture real-life moments without embellishment. The absence of color focuses attention on form, texture, contrast, and subject matter rather than the pla [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/343/014/195/084/345/original/dfa74a3d26ff57aa.jpeg "The image is a black and white photograph featuring an elderly man standing in the middle of a field. He's wearing practical, work-appropriate clothing that includes a short-sleeved button-up shirt with pockets on both sleeves, which are rolled up to his elbows, as well as khaki pants secured by a belt at his waistline. His stance is relaxed yet upright, and he appears confident in the setting around him.
His expression is pleasant; he's smiling directly towards the camera, showcasing white teeth that suggest good dental health or possibly use of an aesthetic aid like dentures. The man has on what seems to be a cap with a brim, which could provide shade from the sun—a common accessory for outdoor laborers. His gaze and posture convey contentment.
The field he's standing in is filled with tall crops that reach nearly as high as his chest. These plants are likely grain or another type of crop commonly cultivated on farms. The sky above him appears to be mostly clear, although there seems to be a hint of cloud cover towards the horizon where trees can faintly be seen.
The photograph has an overall timeless quality due to its monochromatic scheme and composition that emphasizes simplicity and straightforwardness—a common approach in documentary photography which aims to capture real-life moments without embellishment. The absence of color focuses attention on form, texture, contrast, and subject matter rather than the pla [...]")
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Book Challenge DAY 8: 20 books that have had an impact on who you are. One book a day for 20 days. No explanations, no reviews, just #BookCovers.
#20books #20books20days
#BookCover #CoverIllustration
#Cover_Art #Book #Books #Art
#CanadianLiterature #WorldWarI #CanadianNovels #CanadianWriter #TimothyFindley #Canada #CanadianNovel
#TheWars #Literature #PaperbackCovers
#Paperbacks #HistoricalFiction
Mother of family camped near a creek bed, panning for gold. "Slept in a bed all my life long till now--sleeping on the ground." Near Redding, California
#Redding #California #WorldWarI #DorotheaLange #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
- improved the profile of Karl #Winterhalter https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Winterhalder-136, after finding his #WorldWarI unit stated on a postcard, which he had sent to my great-grandmother a few days after entering
- accidentally did some coding for the #WikiTree Browser Edition in order to be prepared for the #April2025ConnectAThon despite the new design
- wife made a bucket of her fabulous #bolognese, which will hopefully be part of some lunch breaks this week
#genealogy #3GoodThings #ThreeGoodThings
www.wikitree.comKarl (Winterhalder) Winterhalter (1897-1918) | WikiTree FREE Family TreeIs this your ancestor? Explore genealogy for Karl (Winterhalder) Winterhalter born 1897 Hinterzarten, Neustadt, Freiburg, Baden, Deutsches Reich died 1918 France including parents + 2 photos + more in the free family tree community.
What french fry style aligns with your zodiac sign? https://www.diningandcooking.com/1990986/what-french-fry-style-aligns-with-your-zodiac-sign/ #Astrology #Belgium #Food&Drink #francais #france #French #FrenchFries #FrenchLunch #JunkFood #life #Lifestyle #lunch #mcdonalds #WorldWarI
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Mineral Lounge offers Mediterranean tastes and tone to the Midwest https://www.diningandcooking.com/1957506/mineral-lounge-offers-mediterranean-tastes-and-tone-to-the-midwest/ #crossroads #CrossroadsArtsDistrict #drinks #food #Food&Drink #FoodAndDrink #france #greece #italy #KauffmanCenterForThePerformingArts #lebanon #Mediterranean #MediterraneanWine #MineralLounge #Slovenia #spain #spirits #tannin #TanninWineBar&Kitchen #TheCrossroads #Wine #WorldWarI
Causland Memorial Park in Anacortes, Washington
This public park features intricate stone architecture, mosaics, and walkways.#vietnamwar #worldwari #parks #section-Atlas
Causland Memorial Park
Atlas Obscura · Causland Memorial ParkThis public park features intricate stone architecture, mosaics, and walkways.
The Indomitable Churchill
#BaaghiTV #International #Britain #UK #WinstonChurchill #WorldWarI #WorldWarII #WWI #WWII #War #Hero #Freedom #Liberation #Democracy #Admiralty #HerbertAsquith #Germany #RoyalNavy #Hitler #NorwegianCampaign #TFD #TaskForceDeliverance #Gillapolie #Austria #France #Chamberlain #10DowningStreet #EuropeanCountries #Dunkirk #NaziGermany #JosephStalin #UnitedStates #US #SovietUnion #PotsdamDeclaration #HarryTruman #Roosevelt
Migratory woman, Greek, living in a cotton camp near Exeter, California
#Greek #Exeter #California #WorldWarI #America #undefined #photography #DorotheaLange
Gabrielle Petit Statue in Brussels, Belgium
Belgium's national heroine turned spy and sacrificed her life to combat German occupation.#shewasthere #militaryhistory #warhistory #worldwari #statues #section-Atlas
Gabrielle Petit Statue
Atlas Obscura · Gabrielle Petit StatueBelgium's national heroine turned spy sacrificed her life to combat German occupation.
Summer theatre at Lazionki (i.e. Lazienki), Warsaw, Russia (i.e. Warsaw, Poland) between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900. Views of architecture and other sites primarily in Poland, Russia, and the Ukraine
#Lazionki #Lazienki #Warsaw #Russia #Poland #Ukraine #European #the"SovietTheatre" #Russian #Polish #Polish-Russian #WorldWarI #photography #historicalPhotos
St. Nicholas Church, St. Petersburg, Russia between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900. Views of architecture and other sites primarily in Poland, Russia, and the Ukraine
#StNicholasChurch #StPetersburg #Russia #Poland #Ukraine #SaintPetersburg #RussianOrthodox #European #Photochrom #WorldWarI #SaintPetersburgs #photography #historicalPhotos
![The image depicts a historical view of St. Nicholas Church located in Saint Petersburg, Russia, around the late 19th to early 20th century. The church is shown with its distinctive Baroque architecture and large domes on top of spires, which are prominent features of Russian Orthodox churches.
In the foreground, there's a busy scene along what appears to be a riverfront promenade or canal walkway. People can be seen walking, some carrying baskets, possibly for trade or market activities. Horses-drawn carriages and carts suggest that this was before motorized vehicles were common. The presence of tram tracks indicates the introduction of early urban public transportation.
The setting is bustling with life and activity against a backdrop of European-style buildings. A tall clock tower can be seen to the left, while in the background are more historical structures along the riverbank. Power lines or telegraph poles also hint at progress towards modern infrastructure during that period. The overall atmosphere conveyed by this image captures a vibrant slice of daily life and urban development in Russia's cultural heartland.
This particular photo is part of a larger collection from Photochrom, an early form of color printing using halftone photography processes developed in the late 19th century. This method allowed for more vivid colors compared to earlier black-and-white or monochrome photographs but was still relatively [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/028/755/766/774/269/original/6678a1c0a71c77bf.jpeg "The image depicts a historical view of St. Nicholas Church located in Saint Petersburg, Russia, around the late 19th to early 20th century. The church is shown with its distinctive Baroque architecture and large domes on top of spires, which are prominent features of Russian Orthodox churches.
In the foreground, there's a busy scene along what appears to be a riverfront promenade or canal walkway. People can be seen walking, some carrying baskets, possibly for trade or market activities. Horses-drawn carriages and carts suggest that this was before motorized vehicles were common. The presence of tram tracks indicates the introduction of early urban public transportation.
The setting is bustling with life and activity against a backdrop of European-style buildings. A tall clock tower can be seen to the left, while in the background are more historical structures along the riverbank. Power lines or telegraph poles also hint at progress towards modern infrastructure during that period. The overall atmosphere conveyed by this image captures a vibrant slice of daily life and urban development in Russia's cultural heartland.
This particular photo is part of a larger collection from Photochrom, an early form of color printing using halftone photography processes developed in the late 19th century. This method allowed for more vivid colors compared to earlier black-and-white or monochrome photographs but was still relatively [...]")
The Newsky, (i.e., Nevskii), prospekt and the Admiralty, St. Petersburg, Russia between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900. Views of architecture and other sites primarily in Poland, Russia, and the Ukraine
#Newsky #Nevskii #Admiralty #StPetersburg #Russia #Poland #Ukraine #Russian #StIsaacs #SaintPetersburg #Meltzer #Martini&Co #WorldWarI #photography #historicalPhotos
![The image depicts a bustling street scene from what appears to be an early 19th-century Russian city. The perspective is down the length of a wide avenue, flanked by buildings with classical architectural features such as columns and decorative facades. In the distance stands a distinctive domed structure that could possibly represent St. Isaac's Cathedral in Saint Petersburg.
The street itself shows signs of activity: people are walking along the sidewalks or crossing at intersections; a man is riding a horse-drawn cart, suggesting transportation methods from this era. Street lamps and lampposts line the avenue, with various business signboards advertising goods like "Meltzer" chocolates, which indicates commercial life in the city.
On either side of the street are several businesses including what appears to be restaurants or cafes ("Martini & Co.", possibly a bar), as well as shops that could offer everything from foodstuffs (as indicated by the word 'Konditor', suggesting confectionery) to various consumer goods. The absence of modern vehicles and the style of clothing suggest this was taken before World War I.
The weather seems clear, with no apparent precipitation or adverse conditions affecting daily life on this street in St. Petersburg during that period. This image offers a glimpse into urban Russian life from over a century ago, showcasing both architecture and everyday activities which are valuable for his [...]](https://mastodon.ozioso.online/system/media_attachments/files/114/023/698/880/213/418/original/e185ea4eaffe8677.jpeg "The image depicts a bustling street scene from what appears to be an early 19th-century Russian city. The perspective is down the length of a wide avenue, flanked by buildings with classical architectural features such as columns and decorative facades. In the distance stands a distinctive domed structure that could possibly represent St. Isaac's Cathedral in Saint Petersburg.
The street itself shows signs of activity: people are walking along the sidewalks or crossing at intersections; a man is riding a horse-drawn cart, suggesting transportation methods from this era. Street lamps and lampposts line the avenue, with various business signboards advertising goods like \"Meltzer\" chocolates, which indicates commercial life in the city.
On either side of the street are several businesses including what appears to be restaurants or cafes (\"Martini & Co.\", possibly a bar), as well as shops that could offer everything from foodstuffs (as indicated by the word 'Konditor', suggesting confectionery) to various consumer goods. The absence of modern vehicles and the style of clothing suggest this was taken before World War I.
The weather seems clear, with no apparent precipitation or adverse conditions affecting daily life on this street in St. Petersburg during that period. This image offers a glimpse into urban Russian life from over a century ago, showcasing both architecture and everyday activities which are valuable for his [...]")
The Port Practique, Odessa, Russia, (i.e., Ukraine) between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900. Views of architecture and other sites primarily in Poland, Russia, and the Ukraine
#Odessa #Russia #Ukraine #Poland #ThePortPractique #WorldWarI #photography #historicalPhotos
Andrewski Liman, the Kurhaus, Odessa, Russia between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900. Views of architecture and other sites primarily in Poland, Russia, and the Ukraine
#AndrewskiLiman #Kurhaus #Odessa #Russia #Poland #Ukraine #Andrews #WorldWarI #Europe #photography #historicalPhotos
Basel. Strassburger. Denkmal , ca. 1890-1906 Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871 Commemoration,Sculpture,Switzerland Basel
#Basel #Franco-PrussianWar #Switzerland #WorldWarI #France #Germany #Swiss #European #photography #historicalPhotos
World War I-Era Rudder in Alexandria, Virginia
This rudder is one of the few remnants of a shipyard that once operated on the banks of the Potomac River.#militaryhistory #aircraft #worldwari #section-Atlas
World War I-Era Rudder
Atlas Obscura · World War I-Era RudderThis rudder is one of the few remnants of a shipyard that once operated on the banks of the Potomac River.
The John Lauder Memorial in Cairndow, Scotland
A poignant tribute from a local legend paying tribute to his son.#warhistory #worldwari #monuments #section-Atlas
The John Lauder Memorial
Atlas Obscura · The John Lauder MemorialA poignant tribute from a local legend paying tribute to his son.
Lumley Commonwealth War Grave Cemetery in Freetown, Sierra Leone
This cemetery contains a small fraction of the hundreds of Sierra Leoneans who died in the world wars.#worldwarii #worldwari #warhistory #cemeteries #section-Atlas
Lumley Commonwealth War Grave Cemetery
Atlas Obscura · Lumley Commonwealth War Grave CemeteryThis cemetery contains a small fraction of the hundreds of Sierra Leoneans who died in the world wars.