American Photographer Collection

Jessie Tarbox Beals (1871-1942) at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, 1904 (b / w photo)
SLS249155 Jessie Tarbox Beals (1871-1942) at the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, 1904 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute

Cowboys, Roping A Buffalo On The Plains, John C. H. Grabill Was An American Photographer. In 1886 He Opened His First Photographic Studio

Devils Tower. From Little Missouri Buttes 4 miles distant, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

The last large bull train on its way from the railroad to the Black Hills, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Freighting in the Black Hills, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Freighting in The Black Hills. Photographed between Sturgis and Deadwood, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Villa of Brule, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

At the Dance. Part of the 8th U. S. Cavalry and 3rd Infantry at the great Indian Grass
At the Dance. Part of the 8th U.S. Cavalry and 3rd Infantry at the great Indian Grass Dance on Reservation, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer

Villa of Brule the great hostile Indian camp on River Brule near Pine Ridge, S. D, John C
Villa of Brule the great hostile Indian camp on River Brule near Pine Ridge, S.D, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Hostile Indian camp, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

U. S. School for Indians at Pine Ridge, S
U.S. School for Indians at Pine Ridge, S.D. John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Indian chiefs who counciled with Gen. Miles and setteled [sic] the Indian War -- Standing Bull, Bear Who Looks Back Running [Stands and Looks Back], Has the Big White Horse, White Tail

A young Oglala girl sitting in front of a tipi, with a puppy beside her, probably on or near Pine Ridge Reservation, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer

Whats left of Big Foots band, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Indian Council in Hostile Camp, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Indian Warriors. Mr. Bear-that-Runs-and-Growls, Mr. Warrior, Mr. One-Tooth-Gone, Mr. Sole (bottom of foot), Mr. Make-it-Long, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer

A pretty group at an Indian tent, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Home of Mrs. American Horse. Visiting squaws at Mrs. As home in hostile camp, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Red Cloud and American Horse. The two most noted chiefs now living, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Tasunka, Ota (alias Plenty Horse[s]), the slayer of Lieut. Casey, near Pine Ridge, S.D. John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

The Indian Girls Home. A group of Indian girls and Indian police at Big Foot s
The Indian Girls Home. A group of Indian girls and Indian police at Big Foots village on reservation, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Chief Rocky Bears home, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

The Great Hostile Camp, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Three of Uncle Sams Pets. We get rations every 29 days. Our pulse is good. Expressive medium. We put in 60 minutes each hour in our present attitude, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer

Deadwood Central R. R. Engineer Corps, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer
Deadwood Central R.R. Engineer Corps, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

A pretty view. At picnic grounds on Homestake Road, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Little, instigator of Indian Revolt at Pine Ridge, 1890, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Harney Range. Horseshoe Curve on the B[urlington] and M[issouri River] Ry. near Custer City, S.D. John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Whitewood Canyon, Wade and Jones R. R. Camp, Black So
Whitewood Canyon, Wade and Jones R.R. Camp, Black So. Dak. John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Horse Shoe Curve. On Burlington and Missouri River R y. Buckhorn Mountains in background, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

In mid air. A wonderful blast in building railroad to Deadwood, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Grand Canyon. Elk Canyon on Black Hills and Ft. P. R.R, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

On the Burlington and Missouri River R y near Hot Springs, S.D. John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Giant Bluff. Elk Canyon on Black Hills and Ft. P. R.R. John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Hot Springs, S. D. From the Fremont, Elkhorn and M. V. Ry. bridge looking north to Fred T
Hot Springs, S.D. From the Fremont, Elkhorn and M.V. Ry. bridge looking north to Fred T. Evans residence and plunge bath, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer

Happy Hours in Camp. G. and B. &M. Engineers Corps and Visitors, John C
Happy Hours in Camp. G. and B.&M. Engineers Corps and Visitors, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Officers of the 9th Cavalry, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Engineers Corps camp and visitors, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Copr. Paul Wernert [i. e. Weinert] and gunners of Battery E 1st Artillery, John C
Copr. Paul Wernert [i.e. Weinert] and gunners of Battery E 1st Artillery, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

The Cavalier. The young soldier and his horse on duty [a]t camp Cheyenne, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

General Miles and staff, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Viewing Hostile Indian Camp, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Grand review. U. S. troops after surrender of Indians at Pine Ridge Agency, S. D. John C
Grand review. U.S. troops after surrender of Indians at Pine Ridge Agency, S.D. John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Company C, 3rd U. S. Infantry near Fort Meade, So
Company C, 3rd U.S. Infantry near Fort Meade, So. Dak. John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

The fighting 7th officers, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Grand review, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Company C, 3rd U. S. Infantry, caught on the fly, near Fort Meade
Company C, 3rd U.S. Infantry, caught on the fly, near Fort Meade. Bear Butte in the distance, John C. H. Grabill was an american photographer. In 1886 he opened his first photographic studio

Famous Battery E of 1st Artillery. These brave men and the Hotchkiss gun that Big Foots Indians thought were toys, together with the fighting 7th whats left of Gen

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"Capturing the Essence of America: The Lens of an American Photographer" Step back in time to the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in 1904, where Jessie Tarbox Beals immortalized moments through her lens. In a captivating black and white photograph, she transports us to that era, showcasing the grandeur and wonder of the event. Traveling further west, John C. Captures Devils Tower from a distance of four miles at Little Missouri Buttes. His skillful eye allows us to marvel at this natural wonder, standing tall against the vastness of the landscape. In another scene frozen in time by John C. , we witness freighting in the Black Hills. The image depicts hardworking individuals navigating their way through rugged terrain as they transport goods. It serves as a testament to their resilience and determination. Continuing his exploration between Sturgis and Deadwood, John C. 's lens unveils more scenes from freighting in The Black Hills. These photographs offer glimpses into daily life during that period – a window into history itself. Venturing deeper into Native American territories, John C. 's lens takes us to Villa Brule - a great hostile Indian camp near Pine Ridge. Through his photographs, we gain insight into both sides of this complex relationship – capturing not only moments of tension but also those filled with cultural richness. Amongst these images lies one depicting soldiers from the 8th U. S Cavalry and 3rd Infantry at a dance amidst Indian grasslands. This poignant snapshot showcases unity amongst diverse cultures while honoring traditions that have shaped our nation's identity. John C. 's documentation extends beyond battles; he also provides glimpses into education for Native Americans at Pine Ridge's U. S School for Indians - highlighting efforts towards progress and understanding between different communities. Lastly, we encounter portraits of Indian chiefs who played pivotal roles during General Miles' negotiations that settled conflicts during times of war.