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When Cotton Was Loaded, a forest of derricks and smoke-stacks, 1937
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When Cotton Was Loaded, a forest of derricks and smoke-stacks, 1937
When Cotton Was Loaded, a forest of derricks and smoke-stacks - to use the term known from the earliest days of the Mississippi steamboats - dominated the scene at a riverside wharf, 1937. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. II, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Fleetway House, London]
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When Cotton Was Loaded, a forest of derricks and smoke-stacks - a captivating glimpse into America's industrial might in the 1930s. This striking print captures the bustling scene at a riverside wharf, where cotton was being loaded onto ships for export. The image, taken from 'Shipping Wonders of the World', edited by Clarence Winchester, transports us back to an era when men toiled amidst towering derricks and billowing black smoke. In this snapshot of history, we witness the convergence of man and machine as workers laboriously load bundles of cotton onto carts destined for awaiting vessels. The sheer scale of industry is awe-inspiring; with countless smoke-stacks piercing the sky like sentinels guarding America's economic prowess. The photograph not only showcases the shipping industry but also provides insight into daily life during this period. Men clad in rugged attire go about their tasks with determination etched on their faces. Amidst all this activity, pollution hangs heavy in the air, testament to progress exacting its toll on nature. As we gaze upon this monochrome masterpiece, it serves as a reminder that transportation played a pivotal role in shaping our world. It prompts reflection on how far we have come since those days when rivers were highways and steamboats ruled supreme. This evocative image invites us to delve deeper into our past while celebrating human ingenuity and resilience.
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