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Ore cars at the docks in Duluth, Minnesota, Oct. 31, 1903. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
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Ore cars at the docks in Duluth, Minnesota, Oct. 31, 1903. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Ore cars at the docks in Duluth, Minn. Oct. 31, 1903
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This evocative photograph, titled 'Ore cars at the docks in Duluth, Minnesota. Oct. 31, 1903,' was captured by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston. The image offers a glimpse into the industrial heart of America during the early 20th century. The scene is set at the bustling docks of Duluth, a city located on the shores of Lake Superior in Minnesota. The photograph showcases a line of ore cars, their rust-red interiors starkly contrasting against the gray, wintry landscape. The men in heavy work clothes, bundled up against the cold, are busy unloading the cars, their faces obscured by caps and scarves. In the background, the towering smokestacks of a steam train can be seen, belching out plumes of smoke. The railways and the docks were the lifeblood of the mining industry in the United States, transporting raw materials from the interior of the country to the ports for export. The photograph captures the raw energy and grit of industrial America, with its freight trains, goods transported in wagons, and the tireless labor of the workers. The men in the photograph, dressed in practical clothing, embody the spirit of the era, as they toil away to keep the machinery of industry moving. This image is a testament to the rich heritage of American history, and a reminder of the vital role that industry played in shaping the country's economic and social landscape. Frances Benjamin Johnston's photograph is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into a bygone era and a glimpse into the lives of the people who shaped it.
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