Vintage Horse Auction in San Angelo Texas 1940

Spectators gather at a horse auction in the West Texas stockyards, illustrating the vibrant livestock trading practices of the time. In March 1940, Russell Lee captured this scene in San Angelo, Texas. The auction reflects the importance of the horse industry to local economies, showcasing agrarian culture in early 20th century Texas. This image was later transferred through the U.S. Office of War Information in 1944.

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