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Observatory tent, N A [ie, North American] Boundary Commission, 1861. Creator: Unknown
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Observatory tent, N A [ie, North American] Boundary Commission, 1861. Creator: Unknown
Observatory tent, N A [ie, North American] Boundary Commission, 1861. Showing Captain Charles J. Darrah, R.E. seated in tent, and Captain Robert W. Haig, R.A. of the British North American Boundary Commission posed at an astronomical observation tent with theodolite, during the marking of the boundary line between Canada and the United States. In: Photographs of British Northwest Boundary Survey, 1858-1861
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This intriguing photograph captures a significant moment in the history of the North American boundary between Canada and the United States. Taken during the 1861 North American Boundary Commission, the image shows two prominent commissioners, Captain Charles J. Darrah, RE (Royal Engineers), and Captain Robert W. Haig, RA (Royal Artillery), seated inside an observatory tent. The tent, a vital structure for the surveyors, is filled with scientific equipment, including a theodolite, which was used to measure angles and distances to establish the boundary line. The photograph provides a glimpse into the rigorous process of marking the boundary line between the two countries. The two captains, dressed in their military uniforms, are shown in a thoughtful and focused pose, highlighting the importance of their work. The image is part of the extensive collection of the Photographs of British Northwest Boundary Survey, 1858-1861, held at the Library of Congress. The photograph is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the surveyors during the Victorian era. The image's border bears the inscription "British North American Boundary Commission," adding to its historical significance. The photograph is an essential piece of heritage art, providing a window into the past and the challenges faced during the marking of the boundary line between Canada and the United States.
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