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HSET2A-00099
Covered wagon migrants in midwinter making camp for the night.
Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration by W.A. Rogers
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Media ID 5884324
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This photo print, titled "HSET2A-00099" takes us back to the 19th century in North America. It depicts a scene of covered wagon migrants making camp for the night amidst freezing midwinter conditions. The hand-colored woodcut, created by W. A. Rogers, beautifully captures the hardships faced by these brave pioneers on their journey west. In this traditional and historic illustration, we see a male pioneer wielding an axe as he gathers firewood to keep his family warm through the cold winter night. A woman and child huddle near the fire while another man tends to their horse nearby. The snow-covered landscape of the Rocky Mountains serves as a backdrop, reminding us of the challenging terrain they had to traverse. This image evokes a sense of resilience and determination that characterized those who ventured into unknown territories during this era. It represents not only physical hardship but also emotional strength as families relied on each other for support along trails such as the Oregon Trail or Mormon Trail. As we admire this vintage artwork, it transports us back in time and allows us to appreciate both the beauty and struggles experienced by settlers in shaping what would become modern-day United States. This piece is truly an invaluable glimpse into our history and serves as a reminder of our ancestors' courage in carving out new lives on unfamiliar frontiers.
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