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Homesteaders rushing into the Cherokee Strip, 16th September 1893 (b / w photo)
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Homesteaders rushing into the Cherokee Strip, 16th September 1893 (b / w photo)
PNP246289 Homesteaders rushing into the Cherokee Strip, 16th September 1893 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: horse race to win land; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22355568
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Immigrant Land Migrant Migrants Oklahoma Old West Pioneers Plain Plains Settlement Western America Westward Expansion Homesteader Land Rush
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This photograph captures the intense moment of homesteaders rushing into the Cherokee Strip on September 16th, 1893. Taken by an American photographer in the 19th century, this image showcases a pivotal event in American history - the westward expansion. The photo depicts a horse race to win land, symbolizing the fierce competition among immigrants and pioneers seeking new opportunities in North America. The vast wild landscape of plains serves as a backdrop for this historic settlement scene. It is a visual testament to the determination and ambition that drove these individuals to stake their claim on uncharted territory. Intriguingly, amidst this rush for land, we catch glimpses of Native Americans who were deeply affected by these events. Their presence reminds us of the complex relationship between settlers and indigenous peoples during this era. Through its powerful composition and evocative subject matter, this photograph encapsulates both the excitement and challenges faced by those venturing into unknown territories. It offers viewers a glimpse into life during America's old west period - an era defined by migration, opportunity, and perseverance. Preserved within private collections today, images like these continue to provide valuable insights into our shared past. As we reflect upon this historical moment captured through photography's lens, it prompts us to contemplate how far we have come while acknowledging those whose lives were forever changed by such significant events in our nation's history.
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