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A Train Robbery in Colorado, 1891. Creator: Unknown
A Train Robbery in Colorado, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891
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American West Armed Colorado United States Of America Criminal Criminals Gunpoint Outlaw Passenger Passengers Railways Robbers Robbery Robbing Train Wild West Outlaws Train Robbery
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1891: A Glimpse into the Lawless American West This image, titled "A Train Robbery in Colorado," was published in "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper" in 1891. The photograph, an engraving, offers a thrilling glimpse into the wild and lawless American West during the late 19th century. At the heart of the scene, a group of armed men, their faces obscured by bandanas, hold up a passenger train at gunpoint. The passengers, mostly men, are shown with expressions of shock and fear as they are ordered to surrender their valuables. The robbers, dressed in typical outlaw attire, seem confident and in control, their weapons at the ready. The train, a symbol of transportation and progress, is stopped in its tracks, its smoke stack belching out plumes of steam. The background shows the vast, untamed landscape of Colorado, with its rugged mountains and open plains. This image is a stark reminder of the lawlessness that once plagued the American West. Train robberies were a common occurrence during this period, with outlaws targeting trains for their valuable cargo and passengers' possessions. The Wild West was a time of adventure, danger, and opportunity, where the rule of law was often tested and where the line between good and evil was not always clear. Today, this print serves as a reminder of a bygone era, a time when the American West was a land of contrasts: of law and lawlessness, of progress and wilderness, of danger and opportunity. It is a testament to the enduring allure of the American West and the stories of the men and women who lived there. This image, from "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper," Volume 44, July to December, 1891, is an important historical document that offers a unique perspective on the American West during the late 19th century. It is a must-have for any collection focused on American history, the Wild West, or the history of transportation.
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