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Miner washing gold, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown
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Miner washing gold, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown
Miner washing gold, between c1900 and c1930
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Alaska Alaska United States Of America Alaskan Beach Coal Miner Equipment Gold Miner Gold Mining Hopeful Miner Mining North America North American Panning View To Sea Washing Meeting Of Frontiers
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This photograph, taken between 1900 and 1930, depicts a determined Caucasian miner in Alaska, intently washing gold on a sandy beach. The miner's weathered face, worn work clothes, and the simple equipment at his feet - a pan and a shovel - speak volumes about the arduous nature of his work and the relentless pursuit of hope and prosperity during the gold rush era in America. The image, captured in the 1910s, transports us back in time to a pivotal moment in the country's history when the meeting of frontiers in North America brought together people from diverse backgrounds in search of new opportunities. The miner stands alone against the vast, unspoiled Alaskan landscape, with the ocean as his backdrop, emphasizing the isolation and solitude that came with the gold mining industry. The photograph, part of the extensive collection at the Library of Congress, is a testament to the rich heritage and the indomitable human spirit that shaped the American identity during the 20th century. The miner's unwavering focus on the gold in the pan is a poignant reminder of the human desire for progress and the enduring allure of the land and its natural resources.
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