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Pilgrims of the Plains, pub. 1871 (engraving)
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Pilgrims of the Plains, pub. 1871 (engraving)
1144578 Pilgrims of the Plains, pub. 1871 (engraving) by Waud, Alfred Rudolph (1828-91); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23022884
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Camp Fire Campfire Caravan Colonisation Covered Wagons Encampment Expansion Oxen Pioneers Settlement Trail Travellers Wagon Wagon Train Western Wild West Westward Movement
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Pilgrims of the Plains - A Glimpse into the Wild West
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. This photo print, titled "Pilgrims of the Plains" takes us back to a significant chapter in American history. Published in 1871 and engraved by Alfred Rudolph Waud, it offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the untamed beauty and challenges faced by early settlers during the westward expansion. The image transports us to a rugged encampment on the vast North American plains. Men and women gather around a crackling campfire, seeking warmth and solace amidst their arduous journey. Covered wagons stand tall as symbols of hope and determination, ready to continue their trek towards an unknown future. Horseback riders traverse through this wild terrain with grace and resilience, embodying the spirit of adventure that defined these pioneers. The presence of oxen highlights their vital role in carrying supplies for survival along this treacherous trail. As we delve deeper into this scene captured by Bridgeman Images from The Stapleton Collection, we are reminded of America's relentless pursuit of progress through colonization. This engraving serves as a testament to human resilience against all odds – an enduring symbol of courage, sacrifice, and unity. Let this remarkable artwork transport you back in time; let it inspire you with its depiction of unwavering determination etched upon every face present within this historic caravan.
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