Traction Engine at a sawmill

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Traction Engine at a sawmill

Traction Engine at a sawmill Date: 19th century

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Sawmill Traction

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Step back in time to the late 19th century, during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, as we explore this image from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, available exclusively on Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage photograph depicts a traction engine, a marvel of industrial innovation during this period, hard at work at a sawmill. The traction engine, a precursor to the modern steam locomotive, was a powerful and versatile machine that could be used for various purposes, including hauling heavy loads and generating power. In this scene, the engine is harnessed to a series of belts, which in turn power the sawmill's machinery. Wood logs are stacked high nearby, ready to be processed into lumber. The scene is bathed in the soft, warm glow of a lantern, casting an intriguing and mysterious atmosphere over the image. The engine's intricate details are on full display, from the large, ornate boiler to the intricate gears and levers. Workers clad in heavy, protective clothing can be seen in the background, tending to the machinery and ensuring that the sawmill runs smoothly. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the ingenuity and determination of the industrial age. It is a reminder of the transformative power of technology and the profound impact it had on our world. As we admire the beauty and complexity of this traction engine at the sawmill, we are transported back to a time when progress was measured not in digital clicks or social media likes, but in the tangible, physical achievements of human ingenuity.

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