Woman Shelling Peas on Porch Missouri May 1938

A woman shells peas on the porch of a dilapidated shack in New Madrid County, Missouri, in May 1938. This scene reflects daily life during the Great Depression when many relied on agriculture for sustenance. The Farm Security Administration aimed to assist struggling farmers, documenting rural life and challenges in Southeast Missouri.

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