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Ox teams at Sturgis, DT [ie Dakota Territory], between 1887 and 1892. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
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Ox teams at Sturgis, DT [ie Dakota Territory], between 1887 and 1892. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
Ox teams at Sturgis, DT [ie Dakota Territory], between 1887 and 1892. Line of oxen and wagons along main street
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1880s American West Convoy Covered Wagon Frontier General Store Grabill Grabill John C H John C John C H Grabill Oxen Perspective Rest Resting Roadside Settlement Shop Front Shopfront Store Storefront Thoroughfare Waggon Wagon Waiting Wayside Working Animal Letterbox Format Meeting Of Frontiers White And Black
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This photograph, titled "Ox teams at Sturgis, DT [Dakota Territory], between 1887 and 1892," is a stunning image captured by the skilled lens of John C.H. Grabill. The scene unfolds on the main street of Sturgis, Meade County, South Dakota, United States, during the late 1880s. The image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the daily life of the American frontier. A line of oxen and wagons, harnessed and hitched, rest along the thoroughfare, their weary bodies in need of respite after a long day's journey. The oxen, powerful and sturdy, stand proudly, their hides glistening with sweat in the sunlight. The wagons, laden with goods, display a diverse array of merchandise, from general store supplies to covered wagons, reflecting the entrepreneurial spirit of the settlers. The shops and stores along the street, with their inviting shopfronts, beckon travelers to stop and rest. The image offers a meeting of frontiers, where the old ways of oxen-drawn transportation blend seamlessly with the emerging commercial culture. The oxen, ox wagons, and shops create a picturesque tableau that speaks to the resilience, resourcefulness, and determination of the pioneers who settled the American West. Grabill's masterful composition, with its panoramic perspective, captures the essence of the historic moment, providing a visual testament to the rich heritage of the United States. The image, a treasure in the Library of Congress, offers a unique window into the past, inviting us to reflect on the challenges and triumphs of those who shaped the American frontier.
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