Mrs. Elmer Thomas Prepares for Migration to California 1939

Mrs. Elmer Thomas prepares her blankets for packing into a truck as she embarks on a journey from Muskogee, Oklahoma, to California. This image, dated July 1939, captures the experiences of migrants during this era. The Great Depression forced many families to relocate in search of better opportunities and living conditions.

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