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Unloading a banana steamer, Baltimore, Md. c1905. Creator: Unknown
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Unloading a banana steamer, Baltimore, Md. c1905. Creator: Unknown
Unloading a banana steamer, Baltimore, Md. c1905
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8 X 10 In Banana Bananas Busy Cart Deck Dock Docks Dry Plate Negative Import On Board On Deck Steam Ship Steamship Unloading Wharf
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Unloading a Banana Steamer in Baltimore, Maryland, c1905: A Snapshot of America's Rich Maritime History This photograph, titled "Unloading a Banana Steamer, Baltimore, Md. c1905," offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the bustling activity at the bustling Baltimore waterfront during the early 20th century. The image, created by an unknown photographer, captures a group of men in various stages of unloading bananas from a steamship. The steamship, identified as a banana steamer, is docked at the wharf, with its massive cargo holds open to reveal the ripe yellow fruit piled high on the deck. Men in work clothes, some with protective hats and others with bandanas covering their faces, are busy at work, carting the bananas off the ship and onto the dock. The scene is one of industry and efficiency, with the men working in unison to unload the cargo as quickly as possible. The photograph is a testament to the importance of maritime trade during this period in American history. Bananas, a luxury item at the time, were imported from countries such as Central America and the Caribbean, and Baltimore was a major port for their transportation to markets across the United States. The Detroit Publishing Company, which produced and distributed this photograph, played a significant role in documenting the country's industrial and commercial growth during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The image also highlights the diverse range of transportation methods used during this era. The bananas were transported from the ship to the city via road transport, with the carts visible in the photograph providing a link between the water and land modes of transportation. The photograph is a valuable historical record, offering insights into the people, places, and processes that shaped America's maritime and commercial history.
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