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Ohio River at Cincinnati, Ohio, 1860s
Riverboats loading at the Ohio River levee in Cincinnati, Ohio, 1860s.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5886705
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1860s Barrel Boat Bridge Busy Cargo Cincinnati City Commerce Crowd Crowded Dock Dock Worker Horse Industry Ohio Ohio River Pollution Port River River Boat Roustabout Ship Smoke Steam Boat Stevedore Trade Transportation Urban Urbanization Wagon Water Front Wharf Worker Air Pollution Industrialization Levee Suspension Bridge
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This hand-colored woodcut takes us back to the bustling city of Cincinnati in the 1860s. The Ohio River, a vital artery for trade and transportation during this era, is teeming with activity as riverboats load cargo at the levee. A magnificent suspension bridge looms in the background, connecting both sides of the city. The scene is a vivid representation of American industry and commerce at its peak. The air is thick with smoke from steamboats chugging along, while horse-drawn wagons transport goods on land. Dock workers scurry about, loading barrels onto ships bound for distant ports. It's a snapshot of a time when Cincinnati was an epicenter of trade and economic growth. Despite its undeniable charm, there are hints of challenges that come with industrialization. The crowded riverfront showcases how urbanization has transformed this once quaint town into a thriving metropolis. However, it also reveals signs of pollution caused by rapid industrial development. This historical illustration serves as a reminder of Cincinnati's rich history and its pivotal role in shaping North America's industrial landscape during the 19th century. It encapsulates an era defined by progress and ambition while offering us glimpses into daily life along the Ohio River levee - where hardworking individuals labored tirelessly to fuel America's growing economy.
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