1930s USA – Real Photos of the Great Depression – Colorized – Part 2
During the Great Depression lives were reshaped, fortunes were lost, and hope endured. This period is etched in history’s sepia-toned pages. But this time, we’re bringing those memories to life in vibrant color.
Imagine a world where families were going about their lives, working hard to make ends meet, and a sense of security was the norm. But then, in the blink of an eye, the Great Depression descended, shattering those lives and the certainties they held dear.
The Great Depression is a poignant chapter in American history, marked by widespread poverty. The U.S. government, recognizing the significance of the era, commissioned photographers like Dorothea Lange, Arthur Rothstein, and Walker Evans under programs like the Farm Security Administration (FSA) to document the struggles of the people.
Interestingly, there were instances where the government expressed concerns about the potential negative impact of certain images. However, instead of destroying the negatives, they marked the photographs with hole punches, indicating that they should not be used for publication. Fortunately, these historical photographs endure. In this video, many images were captured by government-funded photographers, featuring the black circles from these hole punches.
Credit to : Vintage TReasures