Steam Shovel Collection

Steam shovels, Panama Canal, c.(between 1905 and 1914). Creator: Unknown
Steam shovels, Panama Canal, c.(between 1905 and 1914)

Sweden, Gotland Island, Blase, fomer lime factory, steam shovel

Sweden, Gotland Island, Blase, former lime factory, steam shovel

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Steam Shovel at Work in Culebra Cut, 1912. Creator: Joseph Pennell
Steam Shovel at Work in Culebra Cut, 1912

Steam Shovel in the Cut at Bas Obispo, 1912. Creator: Joseph Pennell
Steam Shovel in the Cut at Bas Obispo, 1912

William Smith Otis, c. 1835. Creator: Bass Otis
William Smith Otis, c. 1835

PENNELL: STEAM SHOVEL, 1912. Steam shovel at work in the Culebra Cut. Excavation machinery in operation at the Panama Canal. Etching by Joseph Pennell, 1912

LOS ANGELES AQUEDUCT. A mule team hauling a section of pipe during the construction of a siphon, part of the Los Angeles-Owens River Aqueduct project, southern California, c1910

KIds At The Controls
United States: c. 1935. A couple of kids pretend to run the steam shovel at a mine while the fathers stand by. One is wearing an NRA (National Recovery Act) sign on his chest

On to Panama! American cartoon, 1903, showing Uncle Sam leading a country united behind President Theodore Roosevelt to
PANAMA CANAL CARTOON, 1903. On to Panama! American cartoon, 1903, showing Uncle Sam leading a country united behind President Theodore Roosevelt to begin construction on the Panama Canal

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"Unearthing History: The Mighty Steam Shovel on Gotland Island, Sweden" Venture into the captivating world of steam shovels as we explore the intriguing history behind these colossal machines. Nestled on Gotland Island in Sweden lies Blase, a former lime factory that once buzzed with the rhythmic clanking of gears and steam hissing through pipes. At its heart stood a magnificent steam shovel, an engineering marvel that reshaped landscapes and revolutionized construction. Step back in time to 1912 when Joseph Pennell's masterful artwork captured the awe-inspiring sight of a steam shovel at work in Culebra Cut. With its towering presence and relentless power, this mechanical giant effortlessly carved through mountains, paving the way for progress and connecting nations. Another striking image transports us to Bas Obispo in 1912, where Pennell immortalizes yet another monumental feat accomplished by a steam shovel. Witnessing these remarkable scenes evokes admiration for those who operated these mammoth machines with precision and skill. Amongst notable figures associated with this groundbreaking invention is William Smith Otis, whose pioneering spirit birthed the first-ever steam shovel around 1835. His ingenuity forever changed industries worldwide as these iron behemoths became indispensable tools across continents. From Los Angeles Aqueduct's ambitious construction to Alabama's bustling sites, it becomes evident how far-reaching their impact was. These versatile giants not only excavated earth but also hauled massive sections of pipe during grand projects that shaped our modern world. Beyond their industrial significance lies an endearing aspect – kids at the controls. Imagining young minds filled with wonderment as they maneuvered levers and pulled levers adds a touch of innocence amidst all their mightiness. Lastly, let us recall an iconic moment etched in American history - Uncle Sam leading his united country under President Theodore Roosevelt's guidance to embark on constructing the Panama Canal.