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VIRGINIA: FARM, c1940. A mountain farm along the Skyline Drive, Virginia
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VIRGINIA: FARM, c1940. A mountain farm along the Skyline Drive, Virginia
VIRGINIA: FARM, c1940.
A mountain farm along the Skyline Drive, Virginia. Photograph by Jack Delano, c1940
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1940 Autumn Delano Drive Farm Farmland Fence Field Great Depression Harvest Haystack Jack Mountain New Deal Rural Skyline Sunset Virginia Southeast
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This photograph, titled "VIRGINIA: FARM, c1940" transports us back to a simpler time in rural America. Taken by the talented photographer Jack Delano during the early 1940s, this image showcases a picturesque mountain farm nestled along the iconic Skyline Drive in Virginia. As we gaze upon this scene, we are immediately struck by the sheer beauty of nature's canvas. The autumnal hues paint a breathtaking backdrop against which this charming farm stands proudly. The golden sunset casts its warm glow over the landscape, creating an enchanting atmosphere that is both serene and inviting. The farm itself exudes a sense of history and resilience. A rustic wooden fence encloses the fields where crops have been carefully harvested for generations. A haystack stands tall as a testament to hard work and self-sufficiency in these challenging times marked by economic hardship - namely, the Great Depression. Delano's lens captures not only the physical elements of this mountain farm but also its intangible spirit - one that embodies perseverance and hope amidst adversity. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how communities across America came together during those years under President Roosevelt's New Deal initiatives. In essence, "VIRGINIA: FARM" encapsulates more than just an idyllic countryside; it represents an era defined by resilience, unity, and determination to rebuild from within. It invites us to reflect on our roots while appreciating the timeless beauty found in simplicity – reminding us that even
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