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Covered wagon axel detail
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Covered wagon axel detail
Grease bucket under a covered wagon on the Oregon Trail, Scotts Bluff National Monument, Nebraska.
Digital photograph
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Media ID 5884228
© Nancy Carter/North Wind Picture Archives
America Artifact Bucket Covered Wagon Frontier Great Plains Mormon Trail National Park Service Nebraska Oregon Trail Pioneer Plains Prairie Replica Scotts Bluff Scotts Bluff National Monument Trail Transportation Travel Wagon West Western Axel Grease
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the rugged days of the American West. The image showcases a fascinating detail of a covered wagon's axel, specifically highlighting the grease bucket tucked underneath. This artifact, captured at Scotts Bluff National Monument in Nebraska, represents an important piece of our pioneer heritage. The wagon's axel stands as a symbol of transportation and progress during the 19th century frontier era. Its sturdy construction allowed pioneers to traverse vast prairies and conquer challenging terrains as they embarked on their journey along the Oregon Trail. The vintage replica featured here serves as a reminder of those brave souls who ventured into unknown territories seeking new opportunities. The presence of the grease bucket is particularly intriguing, hinting at the ingenuity and resourcefulness required for survival on this arduous trail. It served as essential maintenance equipment, ensuring that wheels turned smoothly by providing lubrication to prevent friction and wear. As we admire this historic relic through North Wind Picture Archives' digital photograph, we are transported back to an era where America was built upon determination and resilience. Let us cherish these remnants from our past that tell stories of exploration and discovery across North America's great plains.
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