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STERNWHEEL STEAMBOAT, 1890. Ohio River sternwheeler at Blennerhassett Island
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STERNWHEEL STEAMBOAT, 1890. Ohio River sternwheeler at Blennerhassett Island
STERNWHEEL STEAMBOAT, 1890.
Ohio River sternwheeler at Blennerhassett Island. Photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston, 1890
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Beach Francis Johnston Ohio River Paddle Wheel Riverboat Riverside Steamboat Stern Sternwheeler Turn Of Century
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This photograph transports us back to the late 19th century, offering a glimpse into the bustling world of river transportation. The image showcases a magnificent sternwheel steamboat gracefully moored at Blennerhassett Island on the Ohio River. With its towering paddle wheel and elegant exterior, this vessel stands as a testament to American ingenuity and craftsmanship during this era. Photographed by Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1890, every detail is meticulously captured, from the intricate design of the boat's stern to the men who stand proudly beside it. The composition exudes a sense of tranquility as we imagine ourselves standing riverside, witnessing this marvel of engineering against the backdrop of nature's beauty. The sternwheeler represents an important chapter in American history when these vessels played a vital role in transporting goods and people along our nation's waterways. This particular steamboat serves as both a symbol of progress and nostalgia for turn-of-the-century America. Frances Benjamin Johnston's skillful lens immortalizes this moment frozen in time, allowing us to appreciate not only the physicality but also the spirit that defined an entire era. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of how far we have come while honoring those who paved our way towards modernity.
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