In memory of Sanora Babb, whose insightful prose and courage inspired this project.
Introduction
In all likelihood the Great Depression was the most severe economic, social, and environmental calamity ever to occur in the United States. With millions of Americans out of work, life savings lost in bank closings, foreclosures, and dust storms eradicating thousands of acres of farm land, the country was put to its greatest test as a nation.
This presentation is a tribute to the American people who displayed unique courage and resiliency. Through folk songs written during the period and photographs taken by the country’s greatest photographers along with a descriptive narrative, a unique story is told.
…Whose Names Are Unknown is a tribute to the men and women who remolded America, whose strength and belief in themselves and their country pulled us through the Great Depression.