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C. & O. Ry. [i.e. Chesapeake and Ohio Railway] at Sandstone Falls, W. Va. c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown. C. & O. Ry. [i.e. Chesapeake and Ohio Railway] at Sandstone Falls, W. Va. c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
![C. & O. Ry. [i.e. Chesapeake and Ohio Railway] at Sandstone Falls, W. Va. c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown. C. & O. Ry. [i.e. Chesapeake and Ohio Railway] at Sandstone Falls, W. Va. c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown](/p/731/c-o-ry-ie-chesapeake-ohio-railway-36317837.jpg.webp "C. & O. Ry. [i.e. Chesapeake and Ohio Railway] at Sandstone Falls, W. Va. c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown. C. & O. Ry. [i.e. Chesapeake and Ohio Railway] at Sandstone Falls, W. Va. c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown")
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C. & O. Ry. [i.e. Chesapeake and Ohio Railway] at Sandstone Falls, W. Va. c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown. C. & O. Ry. [i.e. Chesapeake and Ohio Railway] at Sandstone Falls, W. Va. c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
C. & O. Ry. [i.e. Chesapeake and Ohio Railway] at Sandstone Falls, W. Va. c.between 1910 and 1920
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1920 Cataract Falls New River Rail Road Rail Transport Railroad Railway Line Railway Track Railway Tracks Railways Train Track Waterfall Waterfalls West Virginia United States Of America Company Detroit Publishing Detroit Publishing Co Detroit Publishing Company Dry Plate Negative Glass 8 X 10 In Edwin H Husher William A Livingstone
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This photograph showcases the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway (C. & O. Ry.) at Sandstone Falls in West Virginia, circa 1910-1920. The image, captured during the early 20th century, presents a stunning view of the railway line as it winds its way through the picturesque landscape. The New River, with its magnificent sandstone falls, serves as a breathtaking backdrop to the industrial scene. The railway tracks, surrounded by lush greenery, lead the eye towards the falls, where the water cascades down the rugged sandstone cliffs. The railway bridge, a marvel of engineering, arches gracefully over the river, connecting the two banks. The railway company's name, "Chesapeake and Ohio Railway," is faintly visible on the side of a train car, adding to the historical context of the photograph. This photograph, a glass negative measuring 8 x 10 inches, is a testament to the rich heritage of America's industrial past. It offers a glimpse into the era when rail transport revolutionized the way goods and people were moved across long distances. The image, taken by an unknown photographer, is now part of the vast collection at the Library of Congress, a treasure trove of historical and cultural artifacts. The photograph's timeless beauty invites us to reflect on the past and appreciate the natural wonders and industrial achievements that have shaped our country's history.
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