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
This photo was taken during the latter days of the Fast for Nonviolence. Cesar Chavez is noticeably weaker and slumped much further in his chair as he sits throught the daily evening religious service. His right hand assistant, the Rev. Jim Drake, is close by in the very left of the photo.
« Newer Posts — Older Posts »