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THE GREAT WEST, 1881. American lithograph with scenes of farming, surveying, railroads
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THE GREAT WEST, 1881. American lithograph with scenes of farming, surveying, railroads
THE GREAT WEST, 1881.
American lithograph with scenes of farming, surveying, railroads and river life, depicting the good life in the American West
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1881 Abundance Farm Farming Field Frontiersman Great Levee Mountain Prosperity Railroad Riverboat Rural Settlement Settler Steam Surveyor Westward Expansion Prosperous Riches
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The Great West, 1881 - A Glimpse into the Prosperous American Frontier
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. This lithograph from 1881 takes us back to a time of abundance and prosperity in the American West. The print showcases scenes of daily life, capturing the essence of this era with its depiction of farming, surveying, railroads, and river life. In this snapshot of history, we witness frontiersmen working diligently on their farms amidst vast fields and fertile landscapes. The settlers' houses dotting the horizon stand as symbols of their resilience and determination in carving out a new life in uncharted territories. The presence of surveyors signifies westward expansion and exploration that would shape the future development of these lands. The lithograph also highlights the importance of railroads in connecting communities across great distances. Steam-powered locomotives traverse through majestic mountains, serving as lifelines for trade and commerce. Meanwhile, riverboats gracefully navigate along levees bustling with activity—a testament to thriving riverfront settlements. Through this artwork's intricate details and vivid colors, we are transported to an era where riches awaited those who dared to venture westward. It reminds us that behind every settlement lay stories of hard work, resilience, and dreams fulfilled. "The Great West" serves as a visual tribute to an extraordinary period in American history when opportunities were abundant for those seeking a better life beyond established boundaries.
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