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Holding down a Lot at Guthrie, 1889 (b / w photo)
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Holding down a Lot at Guthrie, 1889 (b / w photo)
PNP246283 Holding down a Lot at Guthrie, 1889 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: holding down a plot of land; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23194374
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Makeshift Migrant Migrants Old West Pioneer Pioneers Settler Settlers Western America Westward Expansion
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The print titled "Holding down a Lot at Guthrie, 1889" captures a significant moment in American history. Taken by an anonymous American photographer in the late 19th century, this image showcases the wild and untamed spirit of westward expansion. In this photograph, we see a group of migrants staking out their property in what was once Native American land. The Oklahoma Land Rush was a pivotal event during this time period, as settlers rushed to claim their piece of the frontier. This particular scene depicts a pioneer family camped out on their makeshift plot, determined to secure their future. The image exudes both hardship and hope as these brave individuals navigate uncharted territory. It serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by those who ventured into Indian Territory to build new lives for themselves and shape the destiny of America's western frontier. Preserved within private collections today, this photograph offers us a glimpse into North America's past—an era defined by pioneers and settlers seeking opportunity amidst vast landscapes. Through its timeless lens, we are transported back to an age when dreams were forged with determination and resilience.
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