This postcard style photograph depicts the aftermath of the March 10, 1933 Long Beach Earthquake. In this photogaph a long line of people (men and women) wait for distribution of food. Also visible in this line are men in uniforms. DATE NOTES: Circa 1933. ORIG. IMAGE:3.5" X 5", Black and white glossy print mounted on card stock. NEGATIVE: No. KEYWORDS: Temblor, seismic event, quake, disaster, relief, assistance, refugees.
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