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Loading boxes of salmon Petersburg, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown
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Loading boxes of salmon Petersburg, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown
Loading boxes of salmon Petersburg, between c1900 and c1930
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Alaska Alaska United States Of America Alaskan Aquatic Life Boxes Crate Crates Dock Docks Export Fish Fishes Frontier Lifting Loading Local Industry North America North American Pulley Ray Finned Fish Rope Salmon Seafood Wharf Meeting Of Frontiers White And Black
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This evocative photograph captures the backbreaking labor involved in loading boxes of fresh salmon onto boats in Petersburg, Alaska between 1900 and 1930. The small coastal town, located in the southeastern part of the state, was a hub for the Alaskan salmon fishing industry during this period. The image shows a lone man, dressed in heavy work clothes, carefully lifting a crate filled with the prized ray-finned fish onto a waiting boat. The use of pulleys and ropes suggests that the crates were quite heavy, making the task all the more challenging. The scene at the dock is bustling with activity, with other men working in unison to load the boats as quickly as possible. The salmon, a staple food source for both the local population and for export to the Lower 48 states and beyond, were a valuable commodity. The image captures the meeting of the frontier spirit and the harsh realities of life in this remote outpost of the United States. The boats, docks, and crates form a stark contrast against the natural beauty of the water and the surrounding landscape. This historic photograph is a testament to the resilience and determination of the people who made their living from the abundant natural resources of Alaska's coastline.
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