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Steamboat passing through lock near St. Louis. Missouri, USA
Steamboat passing through lock near St. Louis. Missouri, USA Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 19571586
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Lock Locks Missouri Oct19 Passing Steamboat
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Experience a piece of American history with our stunning Steamboat Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a steamboat gracefully passing through a lock near St. Louis, Missouri, circa 1910s. Transport yourself back in time as you admire the intricate engineering of the lock system and the mighty steamboat, a symbol of the era's industrial prowess. Perfect for decorating your home or office, this high-quality poster print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 19cm (11.9" x 7.5")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph captures the essence of American river transportation in the early 1900s, as a majestic steamboat makes its way through a lock near St. Louis, Missouri. The mighty Mississippi River, a vital artery of commerce and travel in the United States, is seen in the background, its waters gently lapping against the banks. The steamboat, with its tall smokestacks billowing out plumes of steam, cuts through the water with grace and power. The lock, a testament to engineering ingenuity, is a crucial component of the transportation system that allowed large vessels to navigate the river's changing water levels. The lock gates are seen closed in this image, as the steamboat waits for the water levels to be adjusted before continuing its journey upstream. The scene transports us back in time to an era when steamboats were the primary mode of transportation along the Mississippi and its tributaries. The steamboat's grandeur and the engineering marvel of the lock are a reminder of the ingenuity and determination of the American people to tame the natural elements and connect their vast country. This photograph, taken in the 1910s, is a beautiful representation of the rich history of transportation in the United States and the role that the Mississippi River and its locks played in shaping the nation's history. It is a testament to the enduring allure of the American river system and the steamboats that once plied its waters.
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