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Driving in the golden rivet (spike) connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans by railway
Driving in the golden rivet (spike) connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans by railway: Promontory, Utah, 10 May 1869. Union Pacific Railroad
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Media ID 9756673
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1869 America Atlantic Civil Connecting Driving Engineering Golden Nineteenth Century North Oceans Pacific Rail Railroad Railway Spike Transport Union Utah Promontory Rivet
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience history come to life with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Print featuring the iconic moment of the "Golden Spike" ceremony. Witness the unforgettable scene of the Union Pacific Railroad's locomotives joining the Eastern and Western rails, symbolizing the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad on May 10, 1869. Captured by Universal Images Group (UIG), this captivating photograph takes you back in time to Promontory, Utah, where the Atlantic and Pacific oceans were forever connected by railway. Bring history into your home or office with this beautiful, high-quality poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Driving in the Golden Rivet - A Historic Moment Connecting Two Oceans
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the driving of the golden rivet that connected the Atlantic and Pacific oceans by railway. Taken on May 10,1869, in Promontory, Utah, this image showcases the remarkable engineering feat achieved by the Union Pacific Railroad. In this nineteenth-century masterpiece of civil engineering, we witness an iconic spike being driven into place to unite two great bodies of water. This monumental event marked a significant milestone in transportation and forever changed North America's landscape. The photograph exudes a sense of awe and admiration for those involved in this colossal undertaking. The determination and ingenuity required to lay tracks across vast terrains are evident as workers labor amidst breathtaking scenery. Their efforts symbolize progress, unity, and connectivity. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from over a century ago, it serves as a reminder of human ambition and our ability to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges. It is through such endeavors that nations grow closer together while expanding opportunities for trade, travel, and cultural exchange. Let us cherish this snapshot from an era when dreams became reality; where steel met land; where man conquered nature's obstacles. This photograph encapsulates not only a defining moment but also represents hope for future generations who continue to push boundaries with their own innovations.
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