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Main Street, Butte City, Montana, c1897. Creator: Unknown
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Main Street, Butte City, Montana, c1897. Creator: Unknown
Main Street, Butte City, Montana, c1897. Established in 1864 as a mining camp, Butte became one of the largest copper boomtowns in the American West. From " A Tour Through the New World America", by Prof. Geo. R. Cromwell. [C. N. Greig & Co. London, c1897]
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This print takes us back to Main Street, Butte City, Montana in the year 1897. The creator of this remarkable snapshot remains unknown, but their work immortalizes a significant period in American history. Established as a mining camp in 1864, Butte quickly transformed into one of the largest copper boomtowns in the American West. The image is extracted from "A Tour Through the New World America" authored by Professor Geo. R. Cromwell and published by C. N. Greig & Co. , London around the same time. It depicts an avenue bustling with activity - men strolling down the street, buildings lining both sides, and a telegraph pole standing tall against the backdrop. As we gaze upon this monochrome vista frozen in time, we can almost feel ourselves transported to that era of wild west adventure and industrial growth. The photograph captures not only a physical location but also represents an entire concept - a thriving town built on mining industry and communication networks. Professor George Cromwell's literary contribution brings historical context to this visual masterpiece, shedding light on its significance within nineteenth-century America. This print serves as a testament to Butte City's rich heritage while offering us glimpses into daily life during that period. With every detail meticulously preserved through time and now made available by The Print Collector via Heritage Images, this print invites us to explore our past and appreciate how far we have come as a nation.
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