Mexican Laborers Harvesting Cantaloupes Imperial Valley 1938

Mexican laborers harvest cantaloupes in the Imperial Valley of California in June 1938. This image captures the vital role of Mexican and Mexican American workers in the region’s agriculture. These laborers contributed significantly to the fruit-picking industry and faced challenging working conditions typical of the 1930s. The photograph is part of the FSA/OWI Collection, documenting labor practices in Imperial County.

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