Tar Paper Home in Williams County North Dakota 1937

A tar paper home stands in Williams County, North Dakota, in September 1937. During this time, the region faced severe drought, impacting housing and living conditions. Homes like this were often built with inexpensive materials to provide basic shelter. The image is part of the FSA/OWI Collection, documenting the struggles of American families.

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