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Railway Accident and Derailing in North America Engraving, 1887
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Railway Accident and Derailing in North America Engraving, 1887
Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Illustration of Railway Accident and Derailing in North America Engraving, 1887. Source: Amerika pa Oldefars of Oldemors Tid (America the Great-Grandfather of Great-Grandmother's Time), Published in 1897. Original edition from my own archives. Copyright has expired on this artwork. Digitally restored
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American Culture Bridge Man Made Structure Cliff Crash Crossing Danger Dead Dead Person Death Image Created 1880 1889 Locomotive Misfortune Mode Of Transport Passenger People Traveling Physical Injury Railroad Car Railroad Track Ravine Steam Train Timber Train Valley Viaduct Wild West Wood Material Wooden Bridge Wreck Derailment Image Created 19th Century Trestle Victorian Style
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This beautifully illustrated antique engraving captures a haunting scene from the 19th century in North America. The image, created in 1887, depicts a railway accident and derailing that took place during this era of rapid industrialization and expansion. In this illustration, we witness the devastating consequences of a train wreck on a wooden bridge over a deep ravine. The engraving showcases the perilous nature of early railroad travel, with its steam locomotive teetering on the edge of disaster. The viaduct's timber structure splinters under the weight of the derailment, leaving passengers and crew members vulnerable to physical injury or worse. Amidst this chaos, one can't help but feel both awe-struck by the wild west landscape surrounding them and disturbed by the danger lurking at every turn. As an artifact from history, this Victorian-style print offers us a glimpse into American culture during that time period. It serves as a reminder of how transportation systems were built upon risk-taking endeavors and often tragic misfortunes. The black-and-white composition adds to its nostalgic charm while emphasizing the gravity of such accidents. Now digitally restored for preservation purposes, this artwork allows us to reflect on our progress in ensuring safer modes of transport today. It stands as a testament to human resilience in overcoming adversity while honoring those who lost their lives in pursuit of progress along these treacherous tracks.
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