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FIRST STEAM TRACTOR, 1904. The first steam-engine tractor fitted with a set of
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FIRST STEAM TRACTOR, 1904. The first steam-engine tractor fitted with a set of
FIRST STEAM TRACTOR, 1904.
The first steam-engine tractor fitted with a set of tracks instead of wheels being tested on a California farm on 4 November 1904 with Benjamin Holt, its inventor, shown sitting atop the ladder
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Media ID 12224101
1904 California Equipment Farm Farmer Farming Field Holt Idea Industry Invention Inventor November Steam Engine Tractor
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This print takes us back to the turn of the century, specifically to a California farm on 4 November 1904. In this historic moment, we witness Benjamin Holt's groundbreaking invention - the first steam-engine tractor fitted with tracks instead of wheels. As we gaze at the image, we see Holt himself perched confidently atop a ladder, overseeing his creation being put through its paces. The significance of this photograph lies in its portrayal of an early milestone in American industry and farming. It captures not only an innovative idea but also represents a shift in agricultural equipment that would revolutionize the field forever. The muddy terrain beneath the tractor's tracks hints at its potential to conquer challenging landscapes previously deemed impassable for traditional wheeled tractors. In this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost feel the excitement and anticipation surrounding this pioneering invention. Benjamin Holt's vision has come to life before our eyes; it is a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance. As we delve into history through this remarkable piece of art, let us reflect on how one man's determination led him to create something that would shape an entire industry. This photograph serves as a reminder that progress often stems from bold ideas brought into reality by dedicated inventors like Benjamin Holt.
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