Snowballing in July - Denver & Salt Lake Railroad, Colorado
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Snowballing in July - Denver & Salt Lake Railroad, Colorado
Tourists snowballing in July, 1910 - on the Continental Divide, 11660 ft above sea level - Denver & Salt Lake Railroad, Colorado " Moffat Road" - USA. Date: 1910
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Altitude Colorado Continental Denver Divide Feb16 Fight Moffat Railroad Salt Snowball Snowballing Tourist Tourists Visitors
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Amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Rocky Mountains, a group of intrepid tourists engage in an unexpected summertime activity: snowballing. In this photograph taken in July 1910, the visitors, dressed in their finest summer attire, are seen playfully throwing snowballs at each other on the Continental Divide, 11,660 feet above sea level. The Denver & Salt Lake Railroad's "Moffat Road," a popular tourist attraction, winds its way through the snow-capped peaks in the background, providing a stark contrast to the warm summer temperatures below. Despite the high altitude and the unconventional timing, the tourists' spirits are high as they enjoy this unique experience. The women, some in elegant dresses and hats, laugh and cheer as they dodge snowballs, while the men, in suits and bowler hats, aim for their targets with determined expressions. The scene is a testament to the allure of adventure and the spirit of exploration that drew tourists to the American West during this era. The Denver & Salt Lake Railroad, which opened in 1881, played a significant role in making such experiences accessible to a wider audience, connecting the East Coast to the wonders of the Rocky Mountains. This photograph, taken in 1910, offers a glimpse into a bygone era of American tourism, where the thrill of discovery and the joy of shared experiences transcended the seasons.
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