Home > North America > Canada > Related Images
Gold Prospectors / Canada
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Gold Prospectors / Canada
Prospectors extracting gold- bearing ore, Klondike
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 4310123
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10013539
Bearing Extracting Klondike Metals Prospectors
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the raw and determined spirit of the gold prospectors who flocked to the Klondike region of the Yukon Territory in Canada during the late 1890s. The image, taken in 1904, depicts a group of prospectors at work, extracting gold-bearing ore from the rugged and unforgiving landscape. The men, dressed in heavy coats and hats, are seen laboriously chiseling away at the rock face, their picks and shovels glinting in the sunlight. Dust and debris cover their faces and clothing, a testament to the physical demands of their daily toil. The Klondike Gold Rush, which began in 1896, brought thousands of hopeful prospectors to the region in search of wealth and fortune. The discovery of gold in the Yukon Territory, located in the far northwest of Canada, sparked a global frenzy, with people from all walks of life leaving their homes to embark on a perilous journey to the New World. Despite the challenges of the harsh climate, long winters, and difficult terrain, the prospectors persevered, driven by the promise of riches. They used a variety of methods to extract the gold, including panning, sluicing, and dredging. The discovery of gold in the Klondike region not only brought wealth to those who were successful, but it also had a profound impact on the development of the Canadian economy and the country's identity. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of the gold prospectors who helped shape the history of Canada. It offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the lure of gold brought people from all corners of the world to the far reaches of the wild and untamed frontier.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
