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Farmer-homesteaders of Nebraska cutting fences of cattlemen in Custer County
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Farmer-homesteaders of Nebraska cutting fences of cattlemen in Custer County
PNP249868 Farmer-homesteaders of Nebraska cutting fences of cattlemen in Custer County, 1885 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: posed after the event; ); Peter Newark Pictures; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22657408
© Peter Newark Pictures / Bridgeman Images
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This photograph, titled "Farmer-homesteaders of Nebraska cutting fences of cattlemen in Custer County, 1885" captures a pivotal moment in American history. The image showcases the intense conflict between farmer-homesteaders and cattle ranchers during the late 19th century. In this powerful scene, a group of determined farmers can be seen wearing masks as they cut through barbed wire fences that symbolize the control exerted by wealthy cattlemen over vast stretches of land. This act of defiance represents the struggle for survival faced by these homesteaders who sought to establish their own livelihoods on the open range. The tension depicted in this photograph speaks volumes about the clash between two distinct ways of life: one rooted in traditional cattle ranching and another driven by agricultural expansion. It highlights not only a physical battle over land but also an ideological feud between those seeking to preserve old traditions and those striving for progress. Although it is important to note that this particular image was posed after the event, its historical significance remains intact. It serves as a poignant reminder of how ordinary individuals fought against adversity and challenged established power structures to forge their own path towards prosperity. As we gaze upon this remarkable snapshot from America's past, we are transported back to a time when pioneers risked everything for their dreams amidst a backdrop of stolen pastures, masked faces, and simmering tensions.
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