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Midwest MS Pullman, Wood Car, Pioneer 1398 (b / w photo)
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Midwest MS Pullman, Wood Car, Pioneer 1398 (b / w photo)
3089856 Midwest MS Pullman, Wood Car, Pioneer 1398 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: George Mortimer Pullman (March 3, 1831 - October 19, 1897) was an American engineer and industrialist. He designed and manufactured the Pullman sleeping car and founded a company town, Pullman, for the workers who manufactured it. His Pullman Company also hired African-American men to staff the Pullman cars, who became known and widely respected as Pullman porters, providing elite service.); eNewberry Library; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22508048
© Newberry Library / Bridgeman Images
Carriages Cars Company Engineer George Industrialist Innovation Public Pullman Rail Railroad
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This photograph captures the Midwest MS Pullman, Wood Car, Pioneer 1398 in all its historic glory. Taken by an American photographer in the 19th century, this print is now housed at the prestigious Newberry Library in Chicago, Illinois. The subject of this image is George Mortimer Pullman, a renowned engineer and industrialist who revolutionized railway travel with his innovative design of the Pullman sleeping car. Not only did he create a comfortable and luxurious experience for passengers but also established a company town called Pullman for his workers. What sets this photograph apart is its depiction of African-American men known as Pullman porters. These individuals were hired by Pullman's company to provide elite service on board the cars. Widely respected for their professionalism and dedication, they played a crucial role in shaping public transportation during that era. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to a time when railroads were at the forefront of innovation and engineering. The intricate details of the wood carriages evoke nostalgia for an era long gone but not forgotten. This print serves as a reminder of America's rich railroad history and highlights George Mortimer Pullman's significant contributions to both transportation and social progress. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and reminds us that even within mechanical marvels lie stories of human connection and societal change.
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