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Pacific Railroad Surveys Collection

"Exploring the Avian Wonders: Pacific Railroad Surveys Unveil Vibrant Bird Species" In 1855, during the Pacific Railroad surveys

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XXXII, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XXXII, 1855 (colour litho)
1272426 Birds, Plate XXXII, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XXXII, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XIX, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XIX, 1855 (colour litho)
1272420 Birds, Plate XIX, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XIX, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XV, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XV, 1855 (colour litho)
1272417 Birds, Plate XV, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XV, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XII, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XII, 1855 (colour litho)
1272414 Birds, Plate XII, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XII, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XXXIII, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XXXIII, 1855 (colour litho)
1272427 Birds, Plate XXXIII, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XXXIII, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XXXI, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XXXI, 1855 (colour litho)
1272425 Birds, Plate XXXI, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XXXI, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XXX, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XXX, 1855 (colour litho)
1272424 Birds, Plate XXX, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XXX, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XVII, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XVII, 1855 (colour litho)
1272419 Birds, Plate XVII, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XVII, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XIII, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XIII, 1855 (colour litho)
1272415 Birds, Plate XIII, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XIII, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XI, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XI, 1855 (colour litho)
1272413 Birds, Plate XI, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XI, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XXXV, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XXXV, 1855 (colour litho)
1272428 Birds, Plate XXXV, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XXXV, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XXIX, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XXIX, 1855 (colour litho)
1272423 Birds, Plate XXIX, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XXIX, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XXVIII, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XXVIII, 1855 (colour litho)
1272422 Birds, Plate XXVIII, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XXVIII, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate X, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate X, 1855 (colour litho)
1272412 Birds, Plate X, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate X, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate VIII, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate VIII, 1855 (colour litho)
1272410 Birds, Plate VIII, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate VIII, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate VII, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate VII, 1855 (colour litho)
1272409 Birds, Plate VII, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate VII, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate VI, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate VI, 1855 (colour litho)
1272408 Birds, Plate VI, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate VI, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate I, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate I, 1855 (colour litho)
1272406 Birds, Plate I, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate I, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XXXVI, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XXXVI, 1855 (colour litho)
1272429 Birds, Plate XXXVI, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XXXVI, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate IV, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate IV, 1855 (colour litho)
1272407 Birds, Plate IV, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate IV, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XIV, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XIV, 1855 (colour litho)
1272416 Birds, Plate XIV, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XIV, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XVI, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XVI, 1855 (colour litho)
1272418 Birds, Plate XVI, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XVI, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate IX, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate IX, 1855 (colour litho)
1272411 Birds, Plate IX, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate IX, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XXXVIII, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XXXVIII, 1855 (colour litho)
1272430 Birds, Plate XXXVIII, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XXXVIII, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds, Plate XXVII, 1855 (colour litho)

Birds, Plate XXVII, 1855 (colour litho)
1272421 Birds, Plate XXVII, 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Birds, Plate XXVII, From the Pacific Railroad Surveys, U.S.P.R.R)

Background imagePacific Railroad Surveys Collection: Birds - U. S. P. R. R. Exp. & Surveys, 35th Parallel. Creator: Unknown

Birds - U. S. P. R. R. Exp. & Surveys, 35th Parallel. Creator: Unknown
Birds - U.S.P.R.R. Exp. & Surveys, 35th Parallel


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"Exploring the Avian Wonders: Pacific Railroad Surveys Unveil Vibrant Bird Species" In 1855, during the Pacific Railroad surveys, a remarkable collection of colorful lithographs titled "Birds" was created. These stunning plates captured the diverse avian life encountered along the expedition's path. Plate XXXII showcases an exquisite bird with its vibrant plumage and delicate features, while Plate XIX reveals another captivating species in all its glory. The surveyors' meticulous attention to detail is evident in Plate XV, where every feather seems to come alive through their skillful use of color lithography. Similarly, Plate XII presents a majestic bird perched on a branch against a backdrop of lush foliage—a testament to both artistic talent and scientific observation. As the journey continued, more breathtaking discoveries unfolded. The intricate patterns adorning birds featured in Plates XXXIII and XXXI mesmerized viewers with their intricacy and elegance. Meanwhile, Plate XXX displayed an avian marvel that seemed almost ethereal as it soared across the page. Plate XVII introduced yet another enchanting creature whose distinctive markings left observers captivated by nature's artistry. In contrast, Plate XIII showcased a bird exuding gracefulness as it stood poised amidst its natural habitat. The surveyors' dedication to documenting these extraordinary creatures extended even further with Plates XI and XXXV—each presenting unique specimens that added depth to our understanding of avian diversity during this pivotal moment in history. Finally, Plate XXIX unveiled one last jewel from this treasure trove—an awe-inspiring depiction that epitomized beauty personified within feathers. These vivid lithographs not only served as visual delights but also contributed invaluable knowledge about the rich biodiversity encountered during the Pacific Railroad surveys. Today they stand as timeless reminders of both scientific exploration and artistic brilliance—a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with nature's wonders.