Print of Chinese laborer camp and construction headquarters train, 1868

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Step back in time and be inspired by the incredible feat of engineering that connected a nation. Our 'Building the Transcontinental Railroad, 1868' framed print brings to life the determination and hard work of those who built this iconic railroad. A testament to human ingenuity and perseverance, this image captures the spirit of progress and unity that defined a pivotal moment in American history.

A group of laborers gather around a makeshift camp in the Nevada desert, 1868. A construction headquarters train stands nearby, its cars serving as living quarters for supervisory personnel and engineers guiding the Central Pacific railhead's eastward push toward Utah.

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Premium Paradise Wooden Range A1 Premium Poster Frame (86x62cm) with A2 Poster (59x42cm) and mounted behind a white matt board to make your photo really stand out. FSC Certified and Rainforest Alliance Certified for environmental, social, and economic sustainably. High transparency tempered glass window with a smooth finished frame. Great for filling empty walls, decorating blank spaces, or creating eye-catching gallery walls. Frames arrive ready to hang. Sent with secure, protective packaging. Smooth wooden veneer mimics the real wood look and feel with ultra-durable scratch resistance tempered glass. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 58.8cm x 41.4cm (23.1" x 16.3")

Estimated Product Size is 86.6cm x 62cm (34.1" x 24.4")

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