A rare specimen found on hill above Fort Riley, Kansas, 420

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A rare specimen found on hill above Fort Riley, Kansas, 420

A rare specimen found on hill above Fort Riley, Kansas, 420 miles west of St. Louis, Mo. Photo shows a portable darkroom in the wagon, with photographer Alexander Gardner seated in middle of image, holding his camera lens. Man at left is holding a plant. Date 1867

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Fort Found Kansas Miles Rare Riley Specimen

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph taken in 1867, we find Alexander Gardner, a renowned American photographer, seated in the midst of a hill above Fort Riley, Kansas. Fort Riley, an important military installation during the Civil War, is located approximately 420 miles west of St. Louis, Missouri. Gardner, known for his exceptional work documenting the American Civil War, is seen here in a portable darkroom set up inside a wagon. The serene landscape surrounding Fort Riley offered Gardner ample opportunities to capture the beauty of the American frontier. In this image, he is in the process of documenting a rare specimen discovered on the hill. A man, possibly a member of Gardner's team, is seen holding the plant, its unique features intriguing both the photographer and the viewer. The portable darkroom was a testament to Gardner's dedication to his craft. This innovative setup allowed him to develop his photographs on location, ensuring the highest possible quality and accuracy in his work. The use of a portable darkroom was a significant advancement in photography during that time, as it allowed photographers to capture and develop their images in remote locations, expanding the scope of their work. This photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a dedicated photographer during the late 19th century. The combination of the breathtaking landscape, the rare specimen, and the innovative technology used by Gardner makes this image a fascinating document of American history.

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