Biography · American photojournalist

Dorothea Lange

1895 · 1965

Years lived
70
Photos
25
Dorothea Lange portrait

Born

May 26, 1895

Hoboken, United States

Died

October 11, 1965

San Francisco, United States

Known for

American photojournalist

Dorothea Lange (1895–1965) was United States best known for American photojournalist.

Dorothea Lange (May 26, 1895 – October 11, 1965) was an American photojournalist from Hoboken, United States. Best known for her Depression-era photographs for the Farm Security Administration, she humanized immense suffering. Her powerful images remain icons of documentary photography, advocating for the unseen.

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  • When did Dorothea Lange die?

    Dorothea Lange died on October 11, 1965 in San Francisco, United States, at the age of 70.

  • Where was Dorothea Lange born?

    Dorothea Lange was born in Hoboken, United States on May 26, 1895.

  • What is Dorothea Lange best known for?

    Dorothea Lange is best known for American photojournalist.

  • How old was Dorothea Lange when they died?

    Dorothea Lange was 70 years old at the time of death.

  • What nationality was Dorothea Lange?

    Dorothea Lange was from United States.

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