Tin Town Resident in Caruthersville Missouri August 1938

A resident of Tin Town sits in front of a simple shack home in Caruthersville, Missouri, in August 1938. Tin Town was established as a temporary settlement for displaced families during the Great Depression. The area reflected the struggles of many seeking shelter and stability. Caruthersville, located near the Mississippi River, has a rich agricultural history.

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