Migrant Family Packing for Journey in Oklahoma 1939

Mrs. Elmer Thomas prepares to leave her home near Muskogee, Oklahoma, in July 1939. She loads spices, coffee, and other belongings into her car, reflecting the efforts of migrant families during a period of relocation. This scene illustrates the everyday realities faced by those moving in search of better opportunities in America.

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