Pittsburg Collection

Map of Pennsylvania, with inset map of Pittsburg, c.1900 (engraving)
533118 Map of Pennsylvania, with inset map of Pittsburg, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of Pennsylvania, with inset map of Pittsburg, circa 1902)

American Civil War-Pittsburg landing
5314065 American Civil War-Pittsburg landing; (add.info.: American Civil War-Pittsburg landing. The Battle of Shiloh, also known as the Battle of Pittsburg Landing)

Pittsburg, Allegheny - Birmingham, 1871
2903021 Pittsburg, Allegheny - Birmingham, 1871; (add.info.: Pittsburg, Allegheny - Birmingham, 1871.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Handbill of the Great Western Transportation Company, 1835 (litho)
PNP246640 Handbill of the Great Western Transportation Company, 1835 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A blooming mill Pittsburg Pennsylvania USA early 1900s

Steelworks Pittsburg Pennsylvania USA early 1900s

Pig iron machine at steelworks Pittsburg Pennsylvania USA early 1900s

Blast furnace at steelworks Pittsburg Pennsylvania USA early 1900s

Loading pig iron into railroad cars at steelworks Pittsburg Pennsylvania USA early 1900s

Pig iron machine at steelworls Pittsburg Pennsylvania USA early 1900s

A Block House at Fort Pitt Pittsburg USA early 1900s

Confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers, Pittsburg, USA early 1900s

General Grant's arrival at The Battle of Shiloh, aka the Battle of Pittsburg Landing, in 1862
2619156 General Grant's arrival at The Battle of Shiloh, aka the Battle of Pittsburg Landing, in 1862, from The History of Our Country, published 1905 (litho) by American School

Our Artist in the United States, VIII Pittsburg (engraving)
1053940 Our Artist in the United States, VIII Pittsburg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Artist in the United States, VIII Pittsburg)

The Railway Strike in the United States, Views on the Pennsylvania Railway (engraving)
1049595 The Railway Strike in the United States, Views on the Pennsylvania Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

From Buffalo to Pittsburg (litho)
1597222 From Buffalo to Pittsburg (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Buffalo to Pittsburg. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 27 February 1897)

The Railway Riots in America (engraving)
1589595 The Railway Riots in America (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Railway Riots in America)

From Buffalo to Pittsburg (litho)
1597223 From Buffalo to Pittsburg (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From Buffalo to Pittsburg. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 27 February 1897)

Map illustrating General Lees Advance into Pennsylvania (engraving)
1102652 Map illustrating General Lees Advance into Pennsylvania (engraving) by Dower, John (fl.c.1845-55); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map illustrating General Lees Advance into Pennsylvania)

CREIGHTON GLASS WORKS
Cracking off the end of the glass cylinder at the Creighton glass works, Pittsburgh USA Date: circa 1880

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"Pittsburg: A Glimpse into the Industrial Powerhouse of Early 1900s" Step back in time to early 1900s Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, where the city's steelworks dominated the landscape. The blooming mill stands tall, a symbol of progress and innovation that propelled this city to greatness. Witness the sheer magnitude of the steel industry as you explore these bustling steelworks. The pig iron machine tirelessly churns out raw materials while blast furnaces roar with intense heat, shaping molten metal into sturdy structures that would shape America's future. Marvel at workers loading pig iron into railroad cars, their dedication fueling an unstoppable force driving Pittsburg forward. These men and women were the backbone of an industrial revolution that transformed this humble city into a global powerhouse. But Pittsburg is not just about its thriving industries; it also boasts a rich history. Visit Fort Pitt's Block House, standing proudly as a testament to our nation's past. This historic site witnessed pivotal moments in American history and serves as a reminder of our resilience. Take in the breathtaking confluence of Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers – nature intertwining with human ingenuity, and is here that Pittsburg found its geographical advantage for transporting goods across vast distances, further cementing its status as an economic hub. Travel even further back in time to General Grant's arrival at The Battle of Shiloh or better known as the Battle Landing in 1862. Experience his heroic journey through vivid lithographs from "The History of Our Country, " published in 1905 – capturing one man's determination amidst chaos and conflict, more than just factories; it was a beacon for progress and prosperity during those early years. Its steelworks forged paths towards modernization while preserving historical landmarks like Fort Pitt and embracing natural wonders like river confluences. Today, we honor this remarkable era when Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, stood at the forefront of industrial might.