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New Orleans: Ocean Steamer, Loading with Cotton (b / w photo)
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New Orleans: Ocean Steamer, Loading with Cotton (b / w photo)
5225719 New Orleans: Ocean Steamer, Loading with Cotton (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ocean Steamer, Loading with Cotton. Illustration for booklet entitled New Orleans (A Wittemann, c 1896). Gravure-printed.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22592600
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Cotton Loading Louisiana New Orleans
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This print captures a captivating scene from the 19th century in New Orleans. The image showcases an ocean steamer being loaded with cotton, depicting the bustling activity that once defined this historic American city. The photographer, whose name remains unknown, beautifully captured the essence of this moment in time. The sight of workers loading bales of cotton onto the steamship provides a glimpse into the economic significance of this industry during that era. With its prime location along the Mississippi River, New Orleans played a pivotal role as a major port for exporting cotton to various parts of the world. The photograph's monochromatic tones add depth and texture to every detail, highlighting both the grandeur of the ship and the sheer volume of cotton being transported. This visual narrative transports us back to an important chapter in American history when cotton was king and New Orleans was at its heart. As we admire this historical view through photography, we are reminded of how far our nation has come since then. It serves as a testament to America's rich past and reminds us to appreciate our progress while acknowledging those who labored tirelessly before us.
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