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Transporting workers to the mines, 1890. Creator: Unknown
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Transporting workers to the mines, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Transporting workers to the mines, 1890.
The album "Views of the Yakutsk Region" contains 151 photographs. Subjects include the Lena River shore; various forms of river transport--including boats, rafts, trade barges, and steamships; post offices along the Lena highway, and transport by horse and reindeer. Several of the photographs are signed with the initials "I. P." Irkutsk State University
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Album Buriat Buryat Crowded Extraction Gold Mine Gold Mining Goldmine Irkutsk State University Mine Mines Mining Overcrowded Overcrowding Passenger Passengers Photographic Position Region Russian Empire Sakha Russia Siberia Siberia Russia Siberian Transporting Views Of Yakut Yakutia Yakutsk Sakha Russia Clothing Dress Fashion Clothing Meeting Of Frontiers White And Black
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Transporting Workers to the Mines, 1890
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is a captivating photograph from the album "Views of the Yakutsk Region," showcasing a scene of industrial life during the 19th century in Russia. The image, of unknown origin, offers a glimpse into the daily life of workers involved in the gold mining industry in Siberia. The photograph depicts a crowded scene on the banks of a river, with several boats filled to capacity with men and women dressed in heavy clothing, bundled up against the cold. The apparel, a mix of hats, coats, and scarves, speaks to the harsh climate and the demanding nature of the work. The boats, which appear to be the primary mode of transport for the workers, are reminiscent of a bygone era. The men, some with beards and others clean-shaven, stand and sit on the boats, their expressions a mix of determination and exhaustion. The women, clad in long dresses and shawls, huddle together for warmth, their faces set with resolve. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the meeting of frontiers and the challenges of industrialization in the Russian Empire. The image, part of the Irkutsk State University collection at the Library of Congress, offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the lives of the workers who toiled in the gold mines of Siberia. The overcrowded boats, the position of the passengers, and the determination in their eyes, all tell a story of the human spirit and the enduring nature of the human condition.
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