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Logging a big load, between 1880 and 1899. Creator: Unknown
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Logging a big load, between 1880 and 1899. Creator: Unknown
Logging a big load, between 1880 and 1899
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8 X 10 In Dry Plate Negative Logging Logs Lumber Industry Lumberjack Lumberjacks Michigan United States Of America Sled Sledge Company Detroit Publishing Detroit Publishing Co Detroit Publishing Company Edwin H Husher William A Livingstone
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Logging a Big Load: A Testament to the Industrial Might of the 1890s Lumber Industry in the United States This evocative photograph, captured between 1880 and 1899, portrays a moment of raw strength and determination in the heart of the American lumber industry. The scene unfolds in a wintry landscape, with a group of rugged lumberjacks harnessed to a massive load of logs, ready to be transported to the sawmill. The horses, their breath visible in the crisp winter air, strain against their harnesses, their powerful muscles rippling with effort. The men, bundled up against the cold, expertly guide the animals, their faces set in determined expressions. The logs, carefully arranged on the sled, stretch out into the distance, a testament to the sheer volume of timber being harvested during this period. The lumber industry was a major economic force in the United States during the late 19th century, with Michigan being one of the leading producers. Companies like Detroit Publishing and its founder, Edwin H. Husher, documented the industry's progress through photographs like this one. This image, a dry plate negative or glass negative, captures the gritty reality of the work involved in logging and transporting the timber to the mills. The logs, once processed, would be transformed into lumber, which was in high demand for construction and other industries. The image serves as a reminder of the industrious spirit and ingenuity of the American people during this period, as they harnessed the power of nature and technology to build a nation.
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