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The Completion of the Uganda Railway to the Victoria Nyanza, 19 December (b / w photo)
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The Completion of the Uganda Railway to the Victoria Nyanza, 19 December (b / w photo)
1629210 The Completion of the Uganda Railway to the Victoria Nyanza, 19 December (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Completion of the Uganda Railway to the Victoria Nyanza, 19 December. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 January 1902.
English Photographer (20th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22532812
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Changing Completion Consequence Escarpment Gorge Quarters Shores Terminus Uganda Railway Victoria Nyanza 19 December Nairobi
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The Completion of the Uganda Railway to the Victoria Nyanza, 19 December
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captures a significant moment in history through the lens of an English Photographer from the 20th century. This photograph, part of a private collection, showcases the monumental achievement of completing the railway line that connected Nairobi to Victoria Nyanza in Africa. The image depicts a changing gorge landscape as workers quarters and permanent lines are established along with notable landmarks such as Kikuyu Viaduct and Njoro River. The view extends towards an impressive escarpment, highlighting both the challenging terrain overcome by this engineering feat and the breathtaking beauty of East Africa. The photograph also captures various elements related to life surrounding this railway advancement. From plate laying gangs diligently working on their tasks to race meetings held on July first, it portrays how this completion had far-reaching consequences beyond transportation alone. With its focus on capturing not only progress but also daily life around it, this photograph serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and cultural significance. It provides us with a glimpse into an era when railroads were transforming landscapes and connecting distant places like never before. This image is part of Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, reminding us of photography's power to preserve historical moments for generations to come.
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