Oregon Family Picking Cotton in California 1939

A family of seven from Oregon works in a cotton field near Fresno, California, in February 1939. After losing their dairy ranch, they face economic hardship while earning minimal wages. Their home rent is only six dollars per month, yet it lacks essential amenities like water and sanitation. Many families like theirs sought better opportunities during the Great Depression.

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