Surviving the Dust Bowl

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In the 1930s, a young boy named Henry lived with his family on a farm in Oklahoma. The Dust Bowl turned their once-fertile land into a barren wasteland. Henry’s father tried to keep the farm running, but the relentless dust storms made it impossible.
The family decided to leave for California, joining thousands of other “Okies” searching for work and a new life. Along the way, they faced hardships, prejudice, and uncertainty. However, Henry’s resilience and hope for the future helped him adapt to his new life. Years later, he became a successful engineer, inspired by the struggles his family endured.

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