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Chris Ament, on dry land wheat farm of Columbia Basin where... south of Quincy, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Chris Ament, on dry land wheat farm of Columbia Basin where... south of Quincy, Washington, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Chris Ament, on dry land wheat farm of Columbia Basin where he has farmed for thirty three years. " I won t live to get the benefits of the water, but I hope to be able to see it." Washington, Grant County, three miles south of Quincy
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This print captures Chris Ament, a hardworking farmer standing proudly on his dry land wheat farm in the Columbia Basin of Washington. The year is 1939, during the Great Depression era, and Ament has dedicated thirty-three years of his life to cultivating this land. Dressed in bib overalls and a hat to shield himself from the scorching sun, he epitomizes the resilience and determination of American farmers. Ament's words echo with both hope and resignation as he says, "I won't live to get the benefits of the water, but I hope to be able to see it". This statement reflects not only his personal longing for progress but also symbolizes the struggles faced by many farmers during that time. Despite their tireless efforts, they were often denied access to essential resources like water due to economic hardships. The image showcases an agricultural landscape dotted with machinery and farm buildings against a backdrop of vast open fields. It serves as a poignant reminder of how farming was not just an occupation but also a way of life deeply rooted in American heritage. Captured by renowned photographer Dorothea Lange under the Farm Security Administration (FSA), this photograph stands as a testament to her ability to capture raw emotions through her lens. Through Lange's work, we gain insight into the challenges faced by individuals like Chris Ament who played vital roles in shaping America's agricultural history.
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