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Mr. Roberts saying, "They re on WPA and I m out here", Malheur County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Mr. Roberts saying, "They re on WPA and I m out here", Malheur County, Oregon, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Mr. Roberts saying, " They re on WPA (Work Projects Administration) and I m out here." Malheur County, Oregon
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In this powerful photograph captured by Dorothea Lange in 1939, we see Mr. Roberts standing amidst the vast agricultural landscape of Malheur County, Oregon. His face carries a mix of frustration and resignation as he utters the words, "They're on WPA (Work Projects Administration) and I'm out here". Lange's lens transports us back to a defining era in American history - the Great Depression. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the economic hardships faced by countless individuals during that time. Mr. Roberts represents not only himself but also embodies the struggles of many farmworkers who were left without government assistance. The composition is stark yet evocative, with Mr. Roberts dressed in his work attire - a hat shielding him from the sun and clothes worn from laborious days on the farm. The surrounding countryside stretches endlessly behind him, symbolizing both opportunity and isolation. Through her lens, Lange captures more than just an individual; she captures an entire nation grappling with economic despair. This photograph stands as a testament to her ability to humanize social issues through visual storytelling. As we gaze upon this historical print held within the Library of Congress archives, we are reminded of how far we have come since those challenging times while acknowledging that there is still work to be done to ensure equal opportunities for all members of society today.
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