Tobacco Planting in Granville County North Carolina 1939

Tobacco planting occurs in Shoofly, Granville County, North Carolina, in July 1939. Dorothea Lange captures the labor-intensive process that characterized tobacco farming in the early 20th century. This region was known for its rich soil and favorable climate for growing tobacco, a major cash crop that significantly impacted local economies.

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