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César Chávez Mural (San Fernando, CA)
Artist: Ignacio Gomez - Photo: Marco Antonio Torres
This outstanding mural is part of a memorial in San Fernando, California
reflecting the life of César Chávez and the farmworkers
struggle. The memorial consists of a life size statue, a fountain and
mural. The mural is 100 feet in length and provides a visual chronology
of Chávez's life.to
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César at 13
Chavez’ 8th grade photo – after attending 36 schools, Cesar
permanently dropped out in the 8th grade to work in the fields and help
his family survive.
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United Farm Worker Union Flag
The eagle was selected because it was the sacred bird of the Aztecs and
historic symbol for the people of Mexico. It was selected to give pride
and courage to farmworkers (drawn simply so anyone could make a facsimile.).
Cesar said “When they see it, they know it means dignity.”
The eagle is black to stand for the dark situation of farmworkers. The
white circle signified hope and aspirations. The red background STANDS
for the struggle and sacrifice of union members.
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“El Cortito,” the Short Handled Hoe
Photo: Joe McClelland
Banned finally in 1975, the dreaded short-handled hoe was called “el
cortito,” the Short One. or “el brazo del Diablo,”,
the devils arm. César Chávez was a leader in having the
crippling tool banished from the fields.
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Portrait of La Causa
Octavio Ocampo works primarily in the metamorphic style - using a technique
of superimposing and juxtaposing realistic and figurative details within
the images that he creates. Included within the painting are farm workers
on the fields, a group of people picketing, an airplane spraying pesticide,
farm workers’ dead bodies covered in white sheets, Cesar Chavez
mouth has been formed by doves, which are symbolic of peace. The mountains
in the background are actually raised fists, which are symbolic of the
support of the people to the movement. The longer you study his works,
the more hidden images you seem to find.
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Dream What We Can Become & Rejoice
Photo by George Elfie Ballis
Probably one of the most reproduced photos of Chavez marching. It captures
the look, feel, intensity and optimism of the movement. It is now featured
in a Photo Exhibition traveling around the country. This powerful art
exhibit represents an important call for community empowerment through
organizing on a broad range of social justice issues.
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Dirt and Sky Drawing
Illustration by Yuyi Morales
One of many illustrations Morales created for the children’s book
Harvesting Hope (Cosechando Esperanza) by Kathleen Krull. --Cesar looking
to the sky to refresh his resolve and replenish his vision.
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César with Jesse Jackson 1988
Photo by Nic Paget-Clarke.
César Chávez passes a cross symbolizing the “Fast
for Life” to the Reverend Jesse Jackson - August 21, 1988. This
moment occurred at the end of César Chávez's punishing 36-day
fast in support of the United Farm Workers' campaign to boycott grapes,
end the use of dangerous pesticides, and remind his followers of the importance
of non-violent social action. The Rev. Jackson took up where César
left off, fasting on water for three days before passing on the fast to
celebrities and leaders.
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Tombstone
A cross and granite headstone mark the resting place of UFW founder César
Chávez in Keene, Calif. The fruit was left to mark the anniversary
of the union's first grape strike, which began in 1965. The candles represent
lives lost in the struggle.
(Don Bartletti / LAT)
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Memorial Remembrance (2005)
Paul Chávez, third from left, extends a hand toward the grave of
his father, César Chávez, at the National Chávez
Center memorial garden in Keene, Calif., during a ceremony in September,
2005 marking the 40th anniversary of the union's first grape strike.
(Don Bartletti / LAT)
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Memorial Remembrance (2005)
Paul Chávez, third from left, extends a hand toward the grave of
his father, César Chávez, at the National Chávez
Center memorial garden in Keene, Calif., during a ceremony in September,
2005 marking the 40th anniversary of the union's first grape strike.
(Don Bartletti / LAT)
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Cesar’s Legacy
Illustration: Gaspar Enriquez
An illustration from Rudolfo Anaya’s Elegy on the Death of César
Chávez. Cesar’s legacy lives on in the example he set with
his core values:
Acceptance of all People; Celebrating Community; Respect for Life and
the Environment; Non-violence; Innovation; A Preference to Help the Most
Needy; Knowledge; Sacrifice; Service to Others; and Determination.
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Four Virtues/Four Directions
Four virtues of Cesar will be incorporated into the four cardinal directions
of The Solar Calendar / Chávez Memorial at César Chávez
Park in Berkeley, CA. They were selected based on common metaphorical
meanings commonly associated with the four directions.
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