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IDAHO: LEAD MINE, 1936. A view of the Bunker Hill mine in Kellogg, Idaho, the largest
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IDAHO: LEAD MINE, 1936. A view of the Bunker Hill mine in Kellogg, Idaho, the largest
IDAHO: LEAD MINE, 1936.
A view of the Bunker Hill mine in Kellogg, Idaho, the largest lead mine in the world, surrounded by destroyed trees. Photographed by Arthur Rothstein, July 1936
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1936 Arthur Bent Bunker Hill Chaos Denuded Destruction Environmental Environmentalism Hill Idaho Industry July Kellogg Lead Mine Mountain New Deal Northwest Pollution Rothstein Smokestack Stick Tree
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IDAHO: LEAD MINE, 1936. A haunting glimpse into the environmental chaos of early industrialization, this powerful print captures the Bunker Hill mine in Kellogg, Idaho. Taken by Arthur Rothstein in July 1936, it showcases the largest lead mine in the world surrounded by a landscape of destruction and denuded trees. In this striking image, one can almost feel the weight of history as smokestacks belch out pollution into the once-pristine mountain air. The stark contrast between man-made structures and nature's beauty is evident as chaos reigns amidst an otherwise serene backdrop. Rothstein's lens exposes not only the physical devastation caused by industry but also serves as a reminder of our responsibility towards environmental preservation. This photograph stands as a testament to early environmentalism and its urgent call for change. As we gaze upon this snapshot from America's past, we are reminded of the transformative power that art holds – to document history and provoke thought. It serves as a visual time capsule capturing both human progress and its consequences. This print is part of The Granger Collection's vast archive that chronicles significant moments throughout history. It invites us to reflect on our relationship with nature while urging us to consider how our actions today will shape tomorrow.
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