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Construction of an Underpass at Verst 15, 1900-1904. Creator: Unknown
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Construction of an Underpass at Verst 15, 1900-1904. Creator: Unknown
Construction of an Underpass at Verst 15, 1900-1904. In the second half of the 19th century, Russia underwent a period of extensive rail development that culminated in the construction of the Trans-Siberian Railroad. Akin to the great railroads to the Pacific in both the United States and Canada, Russia's transcontinental line was intended to supply and populate Siberia as well as deliver raw materials to the rapidly developing industries west of the Urals. This photograph is from an album of 56 photographs in the Collection of Documentary Materials on the History of the West-Siberian Railroad (1890s-1978) in the Novosibirsk Oblast State Archive. The album documents the construction of this part of the line, focusing on the engineers and workmen building tunnels and trestles along the route. The album was digitized for the Meeting of Frontiers digital library project in the early 2000s. Iz fotoal'boma "Al'bom postroek i vidov krugobai?kal'skoi? zheleznoi? dorogi. 1900-1904 g.". State Archives of Novosibirsk Oblast
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This print captures the monumental construction of an underpass at Verst 15 between 1900-1904 during the height of Russia's rail development era. The Trans-Siberian Railroad, a project akin to the great transcontinental lines in North America, was being built to connect and supply Siberia while also fueling industrial growth in western Russia. This image is part of a remarkable album housed in the Novosibirsk Oblast State Archive, showcasing the tireless efforts of engineers and laborers as they worked on tunnels and trestles along this crucial route.
The album, containing a total of 56 photographs, offers a rare glimpse into the challenges faced by those involved in constructing such a vital piece of infrastructure. Digitized for preservation and accessibility through the Meeting of Frontiers digital library project, these images serve as valuable historical documents that shed light on Russia's ambitious railway expansion efforts.
The unknown creator behind this particular photograph has captured not just a moment in time but also a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance. As we gaze upon this scene from over a century ago, we are reminded of the incredible feats achieved by our predecessors in shaping our world today.
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