Family Clearing Land by Burning in Idaho 1939

A family clears land near Bonners Ferry in Boundary County, Idaho, using a method of burning in October 1939. This image captures a common agricultural practice of the time, reflecting efforts to prepare land for cultivation. The practice of land clearing through burning was prevalent in rural America to improve soil fertility and manage vegetation.

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