Clearing up volcanic ashes, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown

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Clearing up volcanic ashes, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown

Clearing up volcanic ashes, between c1900 and c1930

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Aftermath Alaska Alaska United States Of America Alaskan Ash Tree Covered Depth Digging Disposal Frontier North America North American Trench Volcanic Wheelbarrow Meeting Of Frontiers

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken between 1900 and 1930, captures the aftermath of a volcanic eruption in Alaska. The image shows a group of men in the foreground, shoveling volcanic ash into a wheelbarrow, with a covered trench in the background where the ash is being disposed. The depth of the ash can be seen in the background, covering the landscape and the base of an ash tree. The men, dressed in heavy clothing, are focused on their task, with determination etched on their faces. The scene exudes a sense of community and resilience as the men work together to clear up the damage caused by the volcanic eruption. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the meeting of nature's raw power and human perseverance during the frontier days of America. The image, from the Library of Congress, is a valuable historical record of the 20th century in Alaska and the United States of America.

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