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Workmen from cannery at King's Cove, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown
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Workmen from cannery at King's Cove, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown
Workmen from cannery at King's Cove, between c1900 and 1916
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Alaska Alaskan Fishing Industry Nome Alaska United States North America Working Man Workman Workmen Cannery White And Black
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This photograph, taken between 1900 and 1916, depicts a group of hardworking men at the King's Cove cannery in Nome, Alaska. The men, dressed in heavy work clothes and boots, are seen loading fish from boats onto the dock. The boats, with their distinctive shapes and rigging, sit quietly in the calm waters of the cove. The cannery, a significant player in Alaska's burgeoning fishing industry during the early 20th century, is a bustling hub of activity. The men, who likely hailed from various parts of the United States and beyond, came to Alaska in search of employment opportunities in the booming industry. The image captures the raw beauty of the Alaskan landscape, with its rugged coastline and clear blue waters, as well as the industrious spirit of the men who worked there. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich heritage of the fishing industry in Alaska, a time when the industry was still in its infancy and the men who worked on the docks and in the canneries played a crucial role in bringing the bounty of the sea to markets across the country and beyond.
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