FAST AT THE FORTY ACRES (Photo Essay)
In the Spring of 1968, Cesar Chavez fasted for 25 days to recommit his farmworker movement to nonviolence. The Fast took place on the outskirts of Delano at the union headquarters called Forty Acres. The commentary for these photos was written by LeRoy Chatfield.
FAST AT FORTY ACRES – KOUNS & LEWIS 1968
Because so many visitors – farmworkers and supporters – came to the Forty Acres to support Cesar Chavez during the time of his fast, it soon became necessary to provide an evening meal to feed the crowds. The Delano Strikers mobilized and organized themselves to prepare, cook, and serve the food and clean up afterwards. This daily food service became a major production and required a great deal of volunteer labor.
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