1937 Abandoned Tenant Farmhouse in Ellis County Texas

A house in Ellis County, Texas, stands empty in June 1937. Once home to a tenant farmer, it now bears the marks of economic distress during the Great Depression. The family has left in search of relief, reflecting the struggles faced by many rural households. This image, part of the Farm Security Administration collection, documents the severe impact of economic challenges on American agriculture.

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