Locomotive Taking on Water Port Barre Louisiana 1938

A locomotive takes on water in Port Barre, Louisiana, in October 1938. The image is part of the FSA/OWI Collection, which documented American life during the Great Depression. Russell Lee captured scenes of everyday activities that illustrate the transportation and infrastructure of the time, showcasing the importance of railroads in rural communities.

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