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VIRGINIA: RAILROAD, c1861. Construction of the Aquia Creek and Fredericksburg Railroad in Virginia. Photograph by Mathew Brady, c1861
VIRGINIA: RAILROAD, c1861.
Construction of the Aquia Creek and Fredericksburg Railroad in Virginia. Photograph by Mathew Brady, c1861
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Media ID 7594221
Brady Construction Construction Worker Digging Engine Fredericksburg Mathew Rail Road Railroad Track South East Train Virginia Working
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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.
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This photograph from 1861 captures the construction of the Aquia Creek and Fredericksburg Railroad in Virginia. Taken by renowned photographer Mathew Brady, this image showcases the determination and hard work of a group of men as they dig and lay tracks for the railroad. In the foreground, we see workers clad in rugged attire, their shovels digging into the earth with purpose. The intensity on their faces reflects their dedication to building this vital transportation link during a time when America was torn apart by civil war. The mid-19th century steam engine stands proudly in the background, its presence symbolizing progress and innovation. Its towering stature against an open landscape evokes a sense of awe at mankind's ability to conquer nature through engineering marvels. As we delve deeper into this historic scene, it becomes evident that this photograph is more than just documentation; it encapsulates an era defined by ambition, resilience, and unity. It serves as a reminder that even amidst turmoil, individuals can come together to create something greater than themselves – connecting communities while shaping history. Preserved within Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, this print transports us back to a pivotal moment in American history when railroads were transforming landscapes and revolutionizing travel. It invites us to reflect upon our own journeys – both physical and metaphorical – as we navigate through life's challenges with determination akin to those depicted here.
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