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Construction of a Tunnel, 1900-1904. Creator: Unknown
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Construction of a Tunnel, 1900-1904. Creator: Unknown
Construction of a Tunnel, 1900-1904. In the second half of the 19th century, Russia underwent a period of extensive rail development that culminated in the construction of the Trans-Siberian Railroad. Akin to the great railroads to the Pacific in both the United States and Canada, Russia's transcontinental line was intended to supply and populate Siberia as well as deliver raw materials to the rapidly developing industries west of the Urals. This photograph is from an album of 56 photographs in the Collection of Documentary Materials on the History of the West-Siberian Railroad (1890s-1978) in the Novosibirsk Oblast State Archive. The album documents the construction of this part of the line, focusing on the engineers and workmen building tunnels and trestles along the route. The album was digitized for the Meeting of Frontiers digital library project in the early 2000s. Iz fotoal'boma "Al'bom postroek i vidov krugobai?kal'skoi? zheleznoi? dorogi. 1900-1904 g.". State Archives of Novosibirsk Oblast
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This print captures the monumental construction of a tunnel during the years 1900-1904 as part of Russia's ambitious Trans-Siberian Railroad project. The second half of the 19th century saw Russia undergo significant rail development, with this transcontinental line aimed at supplying and populating Siberia while also facilitating the transport of raw materials to industries in western regions.
The image is sourced from an album housed in the Novosibirsk Oblast State Archive, containing a total of 56 photographs documenting the history of the West-Siberian Railroad from the 1890s to 1978. Engineers and laborers can be seen diligently working on tunnels and trestles along the railway route, showcasing their dedication to this massive infrastructure undertaking.
Digitized for preservation and accessibility by the Meeting of Frontiers digital library project, this photograph offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in Russian history. The unknown creator has immortalized not just a construction site, but also a symbol of progress and connectivity that continues to shape transportation networks today. This piece serves as a reminder of human ingenuity and perseverance in overcoming geographical challenges to forge new paths towards economic growth and societal advancement.
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