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CONESTOGA WAGON, 1850s. Headed west along the National (Cumberland) Road in the 1850s
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CONESTOGA WAGON, 1850s. Headed west along the National (Cumberland) Road in the 1850s
CONESTOGA WAGON, 1850s.
Headed west along the National (Cumberland) Road in the 1850s. Drawing by Frederick C. Yohn
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Media ID 13132961
1850 1850s Basket Couple Covered Wagon Dirt Road Dress Frederick Frontiersman Horse Drawn Immigrant Journey Manifest Destiny National Road Settlement Settler Shawl Vegetable Vendor Westward Westward Expansion
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This print takes us back to the 1850s, a time of westward expansion and manifest destiny in America. In this scene, we witness a Conestoga wagon making its way along the National (Cumberland) Road. The rugged dirt road stretches out before the wagon, hinting at the arduous journey that lies ahead for these pioneers. The attention to detail in Frederick C. Yohn's drawing is remarkable. A couple stands proudly beside their horse-drawn wagon, dressed in typical fashion of the era. The man exudes a sense of determination as he prepares for the challenges that await him on this voyage into uncharted territories. As our eyes wander across the image, we notice a middle-aged woman wearing a shawl and holding a basket filled with vegetables - perhaps she is an immigrant seeking new opportunities in this vast land. This image serves as a powerful reminder of America's history and its relentless pursuit of progress and settlement. It encapsulates both hope and uncertainty; dreams of prosperity mingling with fears of what lies beyond. Granger Art on Demand has once again captured an evocative moment from our past through this stunning print. Whether displayed in homes or educational institutions, it invites viewers to reflect upon the courage and resilience exhibited by those who ventured westward during this transformative period in American history
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