Elmer Thomas Family Prepares Truck for California Trip 1939

The Elmer Thomas family gathers in July 1939 near Muskogee, Oklahoma, as they prepare for their journey to California. An improvised truck is readied for travel, with a lantern secured to the back, showcasing their ingenuity in practical preparations. This image reflects the determination of families seeking new opportunities during the Great Depression.

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