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Chicago Worlds Fair - Elevated Railway
Chicago Worlds Fair - Elevated Railway - External Railway. Part of Box 282 Boswell Collection - Chicago Exposition. Date: 1893
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1893 Chicago Elevated Exposition External
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This image transports us back in time to the Chicago World's Fair of 1893, an internationally acclaimed event that showcased the latest technological innovations and cultural achievements. At the heart of this photograph lies the Chicago World's Fair Elevated Railway, an engineering marvel that revolutionized urban transportation. The External Railway, as it was also known, was the first elevated railway in North America. Designed by the brilliant mind of Gratz Brown, it stretched over 13 miles and connected the fairgrounds in Jackson Park with the Loop business district. The railway's construction was a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of the city of Chicago, which was determined to make the fair a success after the devastating Great Fire of 1871. This photograph, taken from an external perspective, reveals the intricate details of the railway's structure. The iron girders, supported by massive columns, form a delicate yet robust latticework that crisscrosses the sky. The trains, appearing like miniature toys, glide effortlessly along the elevated tracks, offering passengers a bird's-eye view of the bustling city below. The Chicago World's Fair Elevated Railway was not only a practical solution to the city's transportation needs but also a symbol of progress and modernity. It represented the future of urban mobility and set the stage for the development of similar systems in cities around the world. This photograph is a testament to the transformative power of innovation and the enduring allure of the past.
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