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First Construction Train passing the Palisades, Ten Mile Canon
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First Construction Train passing the Palisades, Ten Mile Canon
First Construction Train passing the Palisades, Ten Mile Canon; Alfred A. Hart, American, 1816 - 1908, Carleton Watkins, American, 1829 - 1916; negative 1866 - 1869; print after 1870; Albumen silver; Mounted: 8.65 x 17.62 cm (3 3/8 x 6 15/16 in.)
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Media ID 12651561
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1816 1829 1866 1869 1908 1916 Albumen Alfred Canon Carleton Construction First Hart Mile Negative Palisades Passing Silver Train Watkins
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This print titled "First Construction Train passing the Palisades, Ten Mile Canon" captures a significant moment in American history. Taken by renowned photographers Alfred A. Hart and Carleton Watkins, this image showcases the monumental feat of constructing a railway through the rugged terrain of Ten Mile Canon. The photograph depicts a powerful steam locomotive leading a train of construction materials as it passes through the imposing Palisades. The sheer scale of the canyon walls juxtaposed with the delicate details captured in this albumen silver print is truly awe-inspiring. Alfred A. Hart and Carleton Watkins were pioneers in their field, using their expertise to document and immortalize important moments like this one. Their collaboration on this particular image showcases their technical mastery and artistic vision. This print serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination, highlighting how railroads played an integral role in connecting communities across vast distances during America's westward expansion. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from the Liszt Collection, we are transported back to a time when progress was measured by miles of track laid rather than megabytes per second. It reminds us of our shared history and invites us to appreciate both the beauty of nature's wonders and mankind's ability to conquer them for greater connectivity and prosperity.
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