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Deadwood Central RR Engineer Corps, 1888. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
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Deadwood Central RR Engineer Corps, 1888. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
Deadwood Central RR Engineer Corps, 1888. Outdoor group portrait of ten railroad engineers, wearing suits and hats, and a dog, posing in a row with surveyors transits on tripods and measuring rods
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1880s American West Black Hills Cliff Cliff Face Cliffs Construction Engineer Engineering Frontier Grabill Grabill John C H John C John C H Grabill Measurement Measurements Measuring Mountain Range Narrow Gauge Railroad Railways Scale Scale Drawing Settler Settlers Surveying Surveyor Tripod Group Portrait Meeting Of Frontiers Narrow Gauge Railway
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This evocative photograph, titled 'Deadwood Central RR Engineer Corps, 1888' by John C. H. Grabill, captures the spirit of the American frontier during the 1880s. The image features a row of ten railroad engineers, all dressed in suits and hats, posing proudly with their surveying tools - transits on tripods and measuring rods - against the backdrop of a dramatic cliff face. The engineers are surrounded by the rugged beauty of the Black Hills, with the mountains and cliffs stretching high in the distance. The Deadwood Central Railroad was a narrow gauge railway that played a significant role in the development of the Black Hills region in South Dakota, United States. This group portrait encapsulates the determination and skill of the engineers who played a crucial part in the construction of this railway, which connected the region to the rest of the continent. The presence of a dog in the photograph adds a touch of warmth and humanity to the scene. John C. H. Grabill was a renowned photographer of the late 19th century, and this image is a testament to his ability to capture the essence of the era. The photograph is a valuable historical record of the men who helped shape the American West, and a reminder of the ingenuity and hard work that went into building the railways that connected the country. This photograph is a fascinating glimpse into the past, and a reminder of the rich heritage of engineering and exploration that has shaped the United States. It is a must-see for anyone interested in American history, the frontier, or the history of railroads.
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