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NEBRASKA: FARM, c1886. Family of homesteaders, photographed with their animals
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NEBRASKA: FARM, c1886. Family of homesteaders, photographed with their animals
NEBRASKA: FARM, c1886.
Family of homesteaders, photographed with their animals outside of their sod house at Sargent, Custer County, Nebraska. Photograph by Solomon D. Butcher, c1886
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1886 Butcher Custer County Devore Equestrian Family Great Plains Homesteader Livestock Mill Nebraska Pioneer Prairie Rural Sargent Settler Sheep Solomon Westward Expansion Windmill
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This photograph, titled "NEBRASKA: FARM, c1886" captures a moment frozen in time during the late 19th century. The image showcases a resilient family of homesteaders standing proudly outside their sod house in Sargent, Custer County, Nebraska. Photographer Solomon D. Butcher skillfully frames the scene, emphasizing the pioneers' connection to their animals and the vast Great Plains. In this snapshot of history, we witness a harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. A young boy stands confidently beside his horse while his sister gently holds onto a cow's lead rope. The family patriarch exudes strength as he poses with his livestock amidst the backdrop of an expansive prairie landscape. The sod house itself is a testament to resourcefulness and determination; its earthen walls blending seamlessly with the surrounding environment. A windmill looms in the distance, symbolizing progress and self-sufficiency on this remote frontier. This photograph encapsulates both hope and hardship - it serves as a visual reminder of America's westward expansion during this era of pioneering spirit. It transports us back to an untamed land where families like these sought new beginnings amidst challenging conditions. As we gaze upon this sepia-toned print from Granger Art on Demand, we are invited to reflect on our own roots and appreciate those who came before us - brave settlers who shaped our nation's history through resilience and perseverance.
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