Camp Cook Preparing Food at Texas Ranch May 1939

A camp cook prepares food over an open fire at a cattle ranch near Spur, Texas, in May 1939. The role of the cook was vital in maintaining the daily operations of ranch life, often providing meals for ranch hands. This scene illustrates the labor dynamics of the American Southwest during this period, emphasizing the significance of food preparation in ranch culture.

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