Loading copper on ship, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown

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Loading copper on ship, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown

Loading copper on ship, between c1900 and 1916

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Alaska Alaska United States Of America Alaskan Cargo Copper Dock Docks Extraction Frontier Loading Mineral North America North American Pulley Sack Transporting Wharf Meeting Of Frontiers White And Black

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, estimated to have been taken between 1900 and 1916, depicts the arduous process of loading copper onto a ship at a dock in Cordova, Chugach, Alaska, United States. The image transports us back in time to the early 20th century, a period of intense exploration and resource extraction in the American frontier. The scene is set against a backdrop of the rugged Alaskan coastline, with the icy waters of the continent's northwestern edge visible in the background. European men, dressed in heavy workwear, are seen laboriously lifting sacks of copper onto the ship's deck, using a pulley system to hoist the heavy loads above their heads. The men's faces are etched with determination and focus, as they work in unison to meet the demands of transporting the valuable mineral from Alaska to Europe and other parts of North America. The photograph is a testament to the rich heritage of the meeting of frontiers, where the natural resources of the American wilderness met the global demand for raw materials. It also speaks to the ingenuity and resilience of the people who braved the harsh conditions of the Alaskan frontier to extract and transport the copper. The image is a still moment in history, frozen in time, and serves as a reminder of the important role that Alaska played in shaping the economic and industrial landscape of the United States during the early 20th century.

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